Several explanations have been posited to explain a child who has autism need for repetition and sameness. Which of the following has not been suggested?a. The parents are to blame for the child condition b. The child has a high threshold for stimulation and are unresponsive c. The child has a low threshold for stimulation and are easily overwhelmed d. The child is hyper responsive

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a. The parents are to blame for the child's condition has not been suggested as an explanation for a child with autism's need for repetition and sameness. This view has been discredited as there is no evidence to suggest that parenting style or behavior causes autism.