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Complete the following statement: Exposure to environmental risk factors for ASD...

Guarantees a child will have ASD Increases a child's risk for ASD Does not guarantee that a child will have ASD Both b and c

Which of the following causes autism?

Thimerosal found in vaccines Mercury The MMR vaccine, specifically None of the above

Which of the following is a generally agreed-upon environmental risk factor for ASD?

A mother who took the prescription drugs Valproic acid and Thalidomide while pregnant A mother who took antibiotics while pregnant A mother who did not take prenatal vitamins while pregnant A mother who took over-the-counter painkillers while pregnant

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

Why is autism called a "spectrum disorder?"

It manifests in a variety of different ways. It can impact each person who has it differently. People who have autism need different levels of support. All of the above.

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