With the Recognition of the Role of the Environment, the Field

question 8

Essay

With the recognition of the role of the environment, the field moved from a(n) _______________ model of exceptionality, which assumes that the physical condition or disease exists within the patient, to a(n) ____________ model, in which we see the child with exceptionalities in complex interaction with many environmental forces.

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Definitions:

Feeding

The act of supplying food to oneself or others, ensuring nutrition is received to maintain life and health.

Sleeping Disorders

A group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well regularly, impacting physical health, mental health, and overall quality of life.

Enlarged Tonsils

A condition where the tonsils are larger than normal, often leading to breathing difficulties, frequent infections, or other throat-related issues.

Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or periods of shallow breathing during sleep.