Behavioral Challenges of Autism

Which of the following factors places an individual with autism at greater risk of self-injury?

Certain genetic conditions

Why are shorter verbal messages better for many individuals with autism?

Because they may have difficulty processing verbal language

Why can't intervention plans be duplicated for different individuals?

Because each individual's behavior and circumstances are unique

Which of the following core characteristics of autism involves difficulty in responding to others in an appropriate way?

Deficits in social/emotional reciprocity

in treating self-injury, which of the following is the number one priority?

Keeping the person safe from harm

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

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.

True or False: Least-restrictive procedures are usually the first choice of intervention.

False

Which of the following is an example of deficits in nonverbal communication?

Not understanding facial expressions

Why is frequent assessment important when implementing an intervention plan?

To make adjustments as necessary