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karen

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The shift in diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disability has been from strictly a measurement of cognitive abilities to
 
  a. measurement of adaptive behaviors.
  b. a mix of cognitive abilities and adaptive behaviors. c. a mix of cognitive abilities and social behaviors.
  d. measurement of language skills.

Question 2

Why is the concept of adaptive behavior important in identifying individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Koolkid240

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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: The inclusion of adaptive behavior in the identification process reflects the greater emphasis on the environment and context of the child and serves as a balance to data collected by means of standardized tests, providing a more complete picture of the individual evaluated. It is possible that an individual would perform in a substandard manner on an IQ test but demonstrate adequate skills in the community and as a result not be considered IDD. The information gained through an adaptive behavior assessment provides educators with a focus for intervention planning and skill development.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 31, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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