Question

In the past, an individual had to have _____ of the listed symptoms/behaviors present to receive a diagnosis of Autism; however, with the DSM-5 diagnosis of ASD, an individual must have all ___ symptoms present within Criteria A (social communication and social interaction) for a diagnosis of ASD.

A. 4; 3
B. 6; 4
C. 4; 6
D. 6; 3

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter D.

In the past, an individual had to have 6 of the listed symptoms/behaviors present to receive a diagnosis of Autism; however, with the DSM-5 diagnosis of ASD, an individual must have all 3 symptoms present within Criteria A (social communication and social interaction) for a diagnosis of ASD.