Research regarding the behavior of the parents of autistic children suggests that autistic disorder is
A) the result of cold and aloof parenting.
B) the result of a complex interaction of genetics and parenting style.
C) the result of overindulgent parenting style.
D) not the result of parenting behaviors.

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Research has consistently shown that autism spectrum disorder is not caused by parenting behaviors, such as being too cold or too indulgent. Instead, it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

Research Regarding the Behavior of the Parents of Autistic Children