Asked by Tanisha Menezes on May 01, 2024
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A refusal to speak often witnessed among autistic children is known as ______.
A) mutism
B) echolalia
C) glossolalia
D) involuntary silence
Autistic Children
Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication.
Mutism
Refusal to speak.
Echolalia
A condition often seen in autism and other developmental disorders where an individual involuntarily repeats the words or phrases of others.
- Recognize and describe various communication challenges associated with autism spectrum disorders.
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Zybrea KnightMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Mutism, specifically selective mutism, is the term used to describe a condition where an individual, often a child, consistently fails to speak in certain situations or to specific people while being able to speak normally in others. In the context of autism, some children may exhibit behaviors akin to mutism, where they refuse or are unable to speak in certain situations. Echolalia is the repetition of phrases or noises, and glossolalia refers to speaking in tongues. "Involuntary silence" is not a recognized term in this context.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and describe various communication challenges associated with autism spectrum disorders.