Which of the following statements regarding autistic disorder and asperger syndrome are true?

Q: When is autism spectrum disorder usually diagnosed?

Doctors look at the childs behavior and development to make a diagnosis. ASD can sometimes be detected at 18 months of age or younger. By age 2, a diagnosis by an experienced professional can be considered reliable. However, many children do not receive a final diagnosis until they are much older.

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What characteristics do all autism spectrum disorders share in common?
When is autism spectrum disorder usually diagnosed?
Which of the following is a stimulant medication that can be effective in improving attention in children diagnosed with ADHD?
Can a person with Aspergers live a normal life?

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All individuals with ASD exhibit social communication impairments. In the first few years of life, salient signs of autism include lack of appropriate eye contact and inability to initiate or respond to joint attention (i.e., sharing social experiences with a communication partner).

When is autism spectrum disorder usually diagnosed?

Doctors look at the child's behavior and development to make a diagnosis. ASD can sometimes be detected at 18 months of age or younger. By age 2, a diagnosis by an experienced professional can be considered reliable. However, many children do not receive a final diagnosis until they are much older.

Which of the following is a stimulant medication that can be effective in improving attention in children diagnosed with ADHD?

Stimulant medications for ADHD The stimulant class of medication includes widely used drugs such as Ritalin, Adderall, and Dexedrine. Stimulants are believed to work by increasing dopamine levels in the brain.

Can a person with Aspergers live a normal life?

The majority of children and adults with Asperger syndrome live well and are able to enjoy life and do many things that neurotypical people can do. Many people will have some level of difficulty with some daily tasks or interactions.