Ana is the mother of an autistic girl, Zoyla. Every morning, Ana leaves out an orange and a bowl of cereal for Zoyla. One morning, when Ana forgets to set out an orange, Zoyla screams in a state of panic. Zoyla is demonstrating preservation of sameness.

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Zoyla's reaction to the change in her routine (the absence of an orange) is indicative of "preservation of sameness," a common characteristic in individuals with autism, where they prefer and rely on routine and consistency.

Ana Is the Mother of an Autistic Girl, Zoyla