01:830:340 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Autism Spectrum, Neurodevelopmental Disorder, Valproate
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An intellectual disability is a neurodevelopment disorder in which the sufferer"s cognitive abilities were below the average person"s and have impaired functioning in daily life. Teratogens are substances, like drugs, chemicals, etc. , that can cause harm to a fetus. Autism spectrum disorder is neurodevelopmental disorder in which the sufferer"s have deficits in communication with others and in general social interaction. Those with the disorder also experience narrow interests and stereotyped behaviors. There is a plethora of research that suggests that autism spectrum disorder can be a result of certain teratogens that mothers are exposed to during pregnancy.
