Lesson 25:
Which of the following factors places an individual with autism at greater risk of self injury?
Certain genetic conditions
Which two global factors set the stage for problem behavior in those with autism?
Lack of social skills and the expectations of the social world
Least restrictive procedures are usually the first choice of intervention
True
In treating self injury, which of the following is the number one priority?
Keeping the person safe from harm
Which is the best reason why fixated interests can be a problem?
Because they can distract the person from other activities
How could response blocking be used in an intervention plan?
To prevent the behavior from hurting someone
Which of the following can be said about the uniqueness of people with autism?
While they may share some characteristics, people with autism are different from each other
Why is pica dangerous?
Because it can cause illness or injury
Why is difficulty communicating sometimes a trigger for problem behavior?
Because the person is not able to express what they want
What are harmful reinforcers?
Harmful to health
Immediate echolalia is
Saying what was just heard over and over