Chapter 5 explores the various neurodevelopmental disorders, along with their causes and..

Chapter 5 explores the various neurodevelopmental disorders, along with their causes and treatments. One disorder that underwent the most changes with the publication of the DSM-5 is autism spectrum disorder.

After reading Chapter 5 and the section on autism from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th edition) (DSM-5) consider the American Psychiatric Association’s decision to collapse all of the pervasive developmental disorders (including autism and Asperger’s syndrome) under the larger umbrella of “autism spectrum disorder” in the DSM-5.

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In your initial post, address the following:

What are your thoughts on the DSM-5 changes regarding the pervasive developmental disorders? More specifically, do you agree or disagree with the reclassification of Asperger's syndrome as level 1, high-functioning autism? Why/why not?
When it comes to autism, there are many myths.
Answer one of the following questions and, in addition, cite from the Chapter 5 reading as well as the DSM-5 to support your responses:
    Do you believe that autism is caused by early childhood vaccinations?
    Do you believe that those diagnosed with autism have special talents and abilities?
    Do you believe that those diagnosed with autism have a lowered IQ or that they experience an intellectual disability?

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