In Employing an "Ecological Approach," the Exceptional Child

question 66

Multiple Choice

In employing an "ecological approach," the exceptional child

• A) should live in an environment with clean air and water.
• B) interacts with family, school, home, and community.
• C) receives limited educational experiences from professionals.
• D) is affected only by the medical characteristics of the disorder in their education.

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Definitions:

Social Psychology

An analysis focusing on the impact of others' genuine, envisioned, or insinuated presence on one's mental processes, emotions, and actions.

Hopelessness Depression

A form of depression characterized by a negative outlook and a belief that unpleasant situations are inescapable and unchangeable.

Clinical Depression

A severe mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in most activities.

Learned Helplessness Model

A psychological condition in which individuals believe they have no control over their circumstances, leading them to accept and endure negative situations.