For individuals to be identified as having an intellectual disability, they must display deficits in adaptive behaviors. Describe three of the skill areas that are included as adaptive behaviors discussed in the text.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers should include three descriptions from the following skill areas:
a. Communication-the ability to exchange thoughts, messages, or information with other people through speaking, sign language, or other means
b. Self-care-the ability to tend to personal hygiene, eating, and other related tasks
c. Social skills-the ability to interact appropriately with others
d. Home living-the ability to manage the day-to-day tasks of living in an apartment or house
e. Leisure-the ability to use free time productively
f. Health and safety-the ability to take precautions and act in ways that do not endanger oneself or others
g. Self-direction-the ability to make and implement decisions
h. Functional academics-the reading, writing, math, and other skills needed for independence
i. Community use-the ability to identify and access services and activities in the neighborhood or area
j. Work-the ability to obtain and keep employment
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