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Mental - Module 10
Childhood and Neurodevelopmental Disorders - Ch. 11
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder | shows inappropriate degree of inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity |
| autism spectrum disorder | a complex neurobiological and developmental disability that typically appears during a child's first 3 years of life |
| bibliotherapy | involves using literature to help the cild express feelings in a supportive environment, gain insight into feelings and behavior, and learn new ways to cope with difficult situations |
| communication disorders | are manifested in deficits in language, speech, and communication. They result in impairments in academic achievement, socialization, or self-care. |
| early intervention programs | services and supports for babies and young children with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families |
| intellectual disability | characterized by deficits in three areas: intellectual functioning, social functioning, and daily functioning |
| play therapy | an intervention that allows children to express feelings such as anxiety, self-doubt, and fear through the natural use of play |
| principle of least restrictive intervention | a principle that requires that you use more restrictive interventions only after attempting less restrictive interventions that have been unsuccessful to manage the behavior |
| resilience | the capactiy to recover quickly from difficulties |
| specific learning disorders | are identified during the school years. This is diagnosed when a child demonstrates persistent difficulty in reading (dyslexia), mathematics (dyscalculia), and/or writing (dysgraphia). |
| temperament | the overall mood, attitude, and behavior that a child habitually uses to cope with the demands and expectations of the environment. |
| therapeutic games | interactive activities that therapists use to help people learn to practice skills, improve their mental health, and grow emotionally |