Martin is always talking about trains.Even when his mom asks him what he'd like for dinner,he continues talking about train schedules.This is an example of ______.
A) stereotyped or repetitive behaviors
B) excessive adherence to routines or resistance to change
C) restricted, fixated interests that are abnormal in intensity or focus
D) hyper- or hypo-reactivity to sensory input

Question

Martin is always talking about trains.Even when his mom asks him what he'd like for dinner,he continues talking about train schedules.This is an example of ______.
A) stereotyped or repetitive behaviors
B) excessive adherence to routines or resistance to change
C) restricted, fixated interests that are abnormal in intensity or focus
D) hyper- or hypo-reactivity to sensory input

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Martin's behavior of constantly talking about trains shows a fixation and abnormal intensity of interest, which aligns with the diagnostic criteria for restricted, fixated interests often seen in individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

Martin Is Always Talking About Trains