Luke's parents are concerned about him because, beginning at about age 2, he began to show little affection toward other people, his speech became very limited to the point where he seldom talked, and he began to engage in repetitive behavior, such as spinning his crayons and rocking back and forth. If you were to guess what Luke's diagnosis might be, the best choice would be:
A) attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
B) childhood depression
C) autism
D) child-onset schizophrenia

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The symptoms of autism include general aloofness and detachment from caregivers and others, little need for contact with others, limited affection, limited verbal communication, and engagement in repetitive actions. The other disorders do not show this pattern of symptoms.
Cognitive Development

Luke's Parents Are Concerned About Him Because, Beginning at About