Robin is a three-year-old girl who appears disinterested in people. She generally interacts with her mom only when she needs something. In some ways, Robin seems to be interested in her mother only as a tool to help her get what she wants. Robin would probably be diagnosed with
A)autistic disorder.
B)Rett's disorder.
C)Asperger's disorder.
D)a learning disorder.

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Robin's disinterest in people and using her mother only as a tool to get what she wants could be indicative of the symptoms of autistic disorder. Rett's disorder typically involves developmental regression after a period of normal development, which is not described in the scenario. Asperger's disorder is now classified under the umbrella term of autism spectrum disorder. A learning disorder involves difficulties in academic achievement, which is not described in the scenario.

Robin Is a Three-Year-Old Girl Who Appears Disinterested in People