PSYC 203 Behavioral Challenges of Autism

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

Which of the following is an example of stereotyped behavior?

Flapping hands repetitively

What are harmful reinforcers?

Harmful to health

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

Ritualized behavior

Immediate echolalia is:

Saying what was just heard over and over

Why is frequent assessment important when implementing an intervention plan?

To make adjustments as necessary

How could response blocking be used in an intervention plan?

To prevent the behavior from hurting someone

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

True

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.

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

Certain genetic conditions