Sam Is a High School Student Who Demonstrates Behavioral Problems

Sam is a high school student who demonstrates behavioral problems when he is in the crowded school hallway, changing classrooms. As people bump into him and the noise from the others in the hallway gets louder, he becomes angry and often yells. At times he will begin punching those around him. It takes Sam time to calm down and he often misses part of his next class as he works on regulating his emotions. Which of the following best describes what is causing Sam's behavioral issues?

A) Sam is experiencing sensory oversensitivity, which presents when he is in crowded, noisy environments.
B) Sam is experiencing executive functioning issues, which present as acting out when he cannot find his way to his next classroom.
C) Sam is experiencing social participation issues, which present when he doesn't socially fit in with his peers.
D) Sam is demonstrating behaviors of withdrawal and avoidance, which are common in individuals with autism.