Which of the following is not a central characteristic of childhood autism?
Callous and unemotional traits (CU) are distinguished by a persistent pattern of behavior that reflects a disregard for others, and also a lack of empathy and generally deficient affect seen in conduct disorder and antisocial personality disorder. Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition
Impaired social interaction
Impaired communication
Restricted, repetitive behaviour
Callous and unemotional traits
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