Andrew has Asperger's Syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder. He has trouble understanding and responding appropriately to the behaviour of people around him. Some researchers suggest that this issue may be due to problems with Andrew's __________.
A)mirror neurons
B)sensory neurons
C)motor neurons
D)interneurons
E)cerebellum

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Mirror neurons are believed to play a role in understanding and mimicking the actions and emotions of others, which can be challenging for individuals with autism spectrum disorders like Asperger's Syndrome.

Andrew Has Asperger's Syndrome, an Autism Spectrum Disorder