Which of the following descriptions of behavior probably did NOT come from an observation of a person with one of the autism spectrum disorders?
A) Jake does not look at you if you speak to him.
B) When Eric does speak it is frequently at inappropriate times and in inappropriate ways.
C) Nina frequently rocks back and forth while standing.
D) Fabio's mother was visibly hurt when she stubbed her toe and Fabio ran to help comfort her.

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Empathy or responding to others' emotions, such as running to comfort someone in distress, is often challenging for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. They may struggle to interpret or respond to social and emotional cues in expected ways.

Which of the Following Descriptions of Behavior Probably Did NOT