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Which of the following is a genetic risk factor for ASD?

Having a sibling with ASD Having grandparents with ASD Having one, specific genetic mutation that has been identified as causing ASD. Being female

Which of the following is a genetic risk factor for ASD?

Having another genetic condition like Fragile X Syndrome or Down Syndome. Having another condition like ADD/ADHD. Having one, specific genetic mutation that has been identified as causing ASD. Receiving the MMR vaccine

Which of the following is an environmental factor that may increase a child's risk for ASD?

Vaginal birth High birth weight A mother who did not take prenatal vitamins while pregnant Very premature birth

Which of the following statements is true about the genetic causes of autism?

We know that there is one, definitive combination of genetic mutations that cause ASD. No one genetic mutation or combination of genetic mutations have been shown to cause ASD. Only people with ASD have genetic mutations that have been linked to ASD. Genetic mutations play no role in ASD.

Which system is disturbed in neurodevelopmental disorders?

Muscular Digestive Nervous Circulatory

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