The child has not developed the ability to respond to others. He cannot communicate his needs. He may remain dependent upon others throughout his life. He is most accurately described as having:
a. Autism
b. Anxiety
c. Mental retardation
d. Attention-deficit disorder
A
Children with autism do not develop the ability to respond to and communicate their needs, and they remain dependent on others, sometimes throughout their lives. These children do not respond well to reality. The other options do not accurately match the description in the situation.
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