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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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A 3-year-old girl is brought to the pediatrician by her parents who are concerned that she is not developing normally. They say she does not talk and avoids eye contact. She prefers to sit and play with blocks by herself rather than engaging with other children. They also note that she will occasionally have violent outbursts in inappropriate situations. She is otherwise healthy. In the office, the patient sits quietly in the corner of the room stacking and unstacking blocks. Examination of the patient shows a well-developed female with no physical abnormalities. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis in this patient?
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Autism spectrum disorder