Charlie is an 8-year-old who has not developed friends or relationships, is obsessed with dinosaurs, and displays repetitive behaviors, but has normal speech abilities. Charlie is probably exhibiting signs of __________.

A. Asperger's disorder
B. Rett syndrome
C. Wilson's disease
D. Tourette's syndrome


Answer: A

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