Specific Learning Disabilities Are ________

question 88

Multiple Choice

Specific learning disabilities are ________. Examples are ________ (impaired ability in reading or spelling) , ________ (impaired ability in handwriting) , and ________ (impaired ability in arithmetic) .

• A) common; dyslexia; dysgraphia; dyscalculia
• B) common; dysgraphia; dyslexia; dyscalculia
• C) rare; dyslexia; dysgraphia; dyscalculia
• D) rare; dysgraphia; dyslexia; dyscalculia

Outline the side effects of neuroleptics in the treatment of schizophrenia.

Understand the basic concepts and terminology of experimental research, such as independent and dependent variables.

Identify the advantages of experimental research in establishing cause-and-effect relationships.

Recognize the importance of random assignment in experimental research to ensure group equivalence.

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Definitions:

Linguistic Intelligence

A cognitive ability that involves sensitivity to spoken and written language, the ability to learn languages, and the capacity to use language to accomplish certain goals.

Gardner

Refers to Howard Gardner, a psychologist best known for his theory of multiple intelligences, which posits that intelligence is multifaceted and not solely measured by an IQ score.

David Wechsler

David Wechsler was a psychologist who developed well-known intelligence scales, such as the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS).

Intelligence Testing

The assessment of an individual's mental capabilities and cognitive functions through various standardized tests.