Under the material's discussion, which disorder is described as a condition with persistent social impairment and restricted interests but with normal language development?

Under the material's discussion, which disorder is described as a condition with persistent social impairment and restricted interests but with normal language development?

• A. Asperger Disorder
• B. Autistic Disorder
• C. PDD
• D. Pica

Answer: (A)

Think of autism spectrum presentations in terms of language development alongside social and behavioral patterns. Asperger Disorder is described as involving persistent social impairment and restricted interests while language development remains normal. This combination distinguishes it from Autistic Disorder, where language delay or abnormalities are common. PDD is a broader umbrella term that would cover a range of presentations, not specifically the normal-language profile with social and interest restrictions. Pica is unrelated, being an eating behavior issue rather than a social-communication or developmental pattern. So the description best fits Asperger Disorder.

Think of autism spectrum presentations in terms of language development alongside social and behavioral patterns. Asperger Disorder is described as involving persistent social impairment and restricted interests while language development remains normal. This combination distinguishes it from Autistic Disorder, where language delay or abnormalities are common. PDD is a broader umbrella term that would cover a range of presentations, not specifically the normal-language profile with social and interest restrictions. Pica is unrelated, being an eating behavior issue rather than a social-communication or developmental pattern. So the description best fits Asperger Disorder.