Behavioral Challenges of Autism1. Which of the following core characteristics of autism involves difficulty in responding to others in an appropriate way?

8. True or False: People with autism experience the same level of intensity of symptoms.

False

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

Deficits in social/emotional reciprocity

6. What are harmful reinforcers?

Harmful to health

10. Why is frequent assessment important when implementing an intervention plan?

To make adjustments as necessary

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

Because they may have difficulty processing verbal language

5. In treating self-injury, which of the following is the number one priority?

Keeping the person safe from harm

3. 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

4. Lining up items in a specific order is an example of:

Ritualized behavior

2. 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.

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

Certain genetic conditions