Question 1

The LEAP Program at the University of Colorado

Accepted Answer

The LEAP Program focuses on teaching social skills in an integrative setting and employs peer-mediation interventions to encourage independent play and social interaction.

Question 2

Two common characteristics shared by many persons with autism are

Accepted Answer

Many individuals with autism often experience challenges with theory of mind, which is the ability to understand others' perspectives, and they may also have heightened sensitivity to sensory stimuli.

Question 3

The UCLA Young Autism Project proposes that____________ hours a week be spent on working directly with the child to ensure that he or she can be ready for first grade with typical children.

Accepted Answer

The UCLA Young Autism Project recommends 40 hours a week of intensive behavioral intervention to help children with autism be ready for first grade with their peers.

Question 4

An intensive, long-term intervention that systematically addresses the core symptoms of ASD is

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive treatment model is designed to address the core symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through an intensive, long-term approach, often involving multiple components and strategies tailored to the individual's needs.

Question 5

The UCLA Young Autism Project

Accepted Answer

The UCLA Young Autism Project is known for using the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to teach discrete skills that are then chained into functional routines, which aligns with choice B.

Question 6

In typically developing children, theory of mind is developing by the age of

Accepted Answer

By the age of 4, typically developing children begin to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and perspectives that are different from their own, which is a key aspect of theory of mind.

Question 7

Most children with ASD are placed only in special classroom settings.

Accepted Answer

Most children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are often included in general education classrooms with support, rather than being placed only in special classroom settings.

Question 8

Children with ASD most typically do NOT have difficulties with which aspect of central processing?

Accepted Answer

Children with ASD typically have difficulties with decision making, reasoning, and evaluation due to challenges in social communication and flexible thinking, but memory is often a relative strength.

Question 9

Hypersensitivity to stimuli in children with ASD can manifest both as avoidance behavior (such as shying away from touch) or seeking behavior (such as mouthing objects).

Accepted Answer

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can exhibit hypersensitivity to sensory stimuli, leading to either avoidance or seeking behaviors as they try to manage their sensory experiences.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true regarding persons with autism?

Accepted Answer

Many individuals with autism experience hypersensitivity to sensory stimuli, including noises and touch, but this can vary widely among individuals.

Question 11

One example of a test of theory of mind is the

Accepted Answer

The Sally and Anne test is a classic experiment used to assess theory of mind, which is the ability to attribute mental states to oneself and others.

Question 12

A small group lesson developed to improve language and social skills in the regular classroom for children with autism is an example of

Accepted Answer

RtI Tier II activities are targeted interventions for students who need more support than what is provided in the general classroom setting, such as small group lessons to improve specific skills.

Question 13

Autism is more common in boys, with about___________ times as many boys as girls identified.

Accepted Answer

Autism is approximately 4 times more common in boys than in girls.

Question 14

The fact that children have a critical development period for language and social skills from about 18 months to 3 years means that ___________is critical in the treatment of ASD.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The fact that children have a critical...

Question 15

One of the fundamental characteristics of children with autism is a lack of theory of mind, which refers to the ability of human beings to

Accepted Answer

Theory of mind is the ability to attribute mental states to oneself and others, understanding that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own. This is often impaired in individuals with autism.

Question 16

The TEACCH Program at the University of North Carolina

Accepted Answer

The TEACCH Program focuses on structured teaching and uses behavioral principles in naturalistic settings, aligning with option A.

Question 17

One of the indicators of a fundamental developmental disability in autistic children has been lack of a(n) ______________, the ability of human beings to understand the thinking and feelings of other people.

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The answer of One of the indicators of a fundamental...

Question 18

One consequence of many children with ASD's inability to communicate effectively is frustration often expressed by ____________.

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The answer of One consequence of many children with ASD's...

Question 19

Children with ASD most typically have issues in which area of motor development?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Children with ASD most typically have issues...

Question 20

Discuss three of the major treatment centers for children with autism.

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The answer of Discuss three of the major treatment centers...

Quiz 5: Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders