Early views on autism blamed ______ parents for causing the disorder.
A) overly attached and protective
B) emotionally unstable and hysterical
C) overly demanding and perfectionistic
D) cold and detached

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During the 1950s and 1960s, autism was believed to be caused by "refrigerator mothers" who were cold and emotionally distant towards their children. This theory has since been discredited and is now considered a harmful stereotype.

Early Views on Autism Blamed ______ Parents for Causing the Disorder