When a child has a disorder that involves impaired development of the brain and central nervous system as well as affects psychological functioning in areas of social interaction, communication skills, and display of stereotyped interests and behaviors, the disorder is called a ____.

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Neurodevelopmental disorders are a group of conditions that include impairments of the brain and central nervous system affecting psychological functioning, social interaction, communication skills, and often involve stereotyped interests and behaviors. This description fits the characteristics of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder.

When a Child Has a Disorder That Involves Impaired Development