Question

ineffective or poor parenting has been proven to be a contributing factor in the cause of autism spectrum disorders. true false

Explanation:

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are neurodevelopmental disorders. Current scientific research indicates that ASD is primarily caused by genetic and neurological factors, not parenting. The "refrigerator mother" theory (which wrongly blamed cold, unresponsive mothers for autism) has been disproven. Parenting styles do not cause ASD.

Answer:

B. False