First-Order Change Refers to

question 2

Multiple Choice

First-order change refers to

• A)changes in overt behavior.
• B)modifications of interpretation.
• C)time-ordered stimulus control.
• D)the alleviation of problem behaviors.

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Definitions:

Ethnic Differences

Variations in practices, traditions, and behaviors among groups of people identified by shared ancestry, culture, or nationality.

Autism

An autism spectrum disorder characterized by extreme aloneness, communication problems, intolerance of change, and ritualistic behavior.

Childhood Disintegrative Disorder

A rare condition characterized by late onset (at least after two years of normal development) of developmental delays in language, social function, and motor skills.

Asperger's Disorder

A former diagnostic category denoting a higher-functioning form of autism characterized by significant difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication, alongside restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests.