Dominique Is a Second Grader Who Has Down Syndrome

question 15

Multiple Choice

Dominique is a second grader who has Down syndrome.His parents insist that the least restrictive environment for him is the general education classroom.However,because he has frequent violent outbursts due to frustration,the professionals involved feel that a resource setting would be more appropriate until his outbursts are under control.Since an agreement cannot be reached,all parties involved have agreed that an impartial professional must be brought in to resolve this dispute.This is referred to as:

• A)Administrative intervention
• B)Mediation process
• C)Due process
• D)Dispute settlement process

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Definitions:

Insanity Defence

A legal defense asserting that a defendant was unable to understand the nature of their actions or distinguish right from wrong due to mental illness at the time of the crime.

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Phobic Disorder

An anxiety disorder characterized by an excessive and irrational fear of specific objects, situations, or activities.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A mental condition characterized by a long-term pattern of manipulating, exploiting, or violating the rights of others.