Paediatrics – MCQ 36 – Features of autism

The following are characteristic of autism except:
A. Onset after 6 years of age
B. Repetitive behavior
C. Delayed language development
D. Severe deficit in social interaction

Correct answer : A. Onset after 6 years of age

Features of autism usually appear before 3 years of age. (OP Ghai)

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