Learn Before
A researcher observes that when one identical twin is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the co-twin has a 60-90% chance of also being diagnosed. However, when a fraternal twin is diagnosed, the co-twin's chance is only 5-10%. Based on these findings, what is the most accurate conclusion about the development of ASD?
0
1
Tags
Ch.15 Psychological Disorders - Psychology @ OpenStax
Psychology @ OpenStax
Introduction to Psychology @ OpenStax Course
OpenStax
OpenStax Psychology (2nd ed.) Textbook
Psychology
Social Science
Empirical Science
Science
Analysis in Bloom's Taxonomy
Cognitive Psychology
Related
Research has found that when one identical twin is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the other twin has a 60-90% chance of also being diagnosed. In contrast, when one fraternal twin is diagnosed, the other twin's chance is only 5-10%. Based on this information, what is the most accurate conclusion one can draw?
A researcher observes that when one identical twin is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the co-twin has a 60-90% chance of also being diagnosed. However, when a fraternal twin is diagnosed, the co-twin's chance is only 5-10%. Based on these findings, what is the most accurate conclusion about the development of ASD?