Peter rarely makes eye contact, seldom smiles, and infrequently talks in response to other people. He seems indifferent to everyone, including his parents. Which diagnosis is consistent with Peter's behavior?

a) autistic disorder
b) mental retardation
c) childhood schizophrenia
d) obsessive-compulsive disorder

a

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