Which of the Following Is True Regarding Self Injurious Behavior

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding self injurious behavior in individuals with intellectual disability?

• A)Approximately 50% of individuals with intellectual disability exhibit self injurious behaviors.
• B)There is evidence that self injurious behavior can be difficult to change.
• C)Medication and aversive techniques have been the most effective for treating self injurious behaviors.
• D)There is little evidence that self injurious behaviors are influenced by environmental variables.

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Definitions:

Rumination

The process of continuously thinking about the same thoughts, which are often sad or dark, for a prolonged period.

Stressful Experiences

Events or situations that cause significant strain, anxiety, or discomfort, often requiring adaptation or coping strategies.

Relaxation Response

A physiological state of deep rest that can be triggered by practices such as meditation, reducing stress and its adverse effects.

Psychological Disinhibition

A reduction in restraint or inhibition that can lead to uninhibited and sometimes impulsive behavior.