What is ‘stereotypic' behavior, and why might students with autism spectrum disorder display this behavior?

What will be an ideal response?


Students with autism spectrum disorders respond to stress with behaviors such as repeating the same action over and over, rocking, spinning or twirling their arms.

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If we consider problem behaviors as occurring in contexts, it becomes logical to

a. Change the behavior of the person b. Change the context c. Determine reinforcement schedules for the person d. Determine what the person is thinking about the situation e. All of the above f. None of the above

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To say that a childcare center is a labor-intensive organization means that:

a. the staff members work really hard. b. the center is unionized. c. staff costs are the largest items in the budget. d. working at the center is an intense experience.

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A cumulative graph is the most common graph used to chart a child's performance over time

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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All of the following are adaptations the classroom teacher can make in the physical environment EXCEPT ________

A) seating arrangement B) increase proximity to good peer models C) devise self-monitoring checklists D) decrease proximity to negative peers

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