Intellectual Disability Was Formerly Called ____, a Term That Is

question 142

Multiple Choice

Intellectual disability was formerly called ____, a term that is still used in some laws.

• A) ​mental retardation
• B) ​emotional impairment
• C) ​cognitive delay
• D) ​autistic disorder

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Definitions:

Depression

A common and serious mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest, affecting daily functioning.

Cognitive Therapy

A type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing negative thought patterns to improve emotional well-being and behavior.

Contingency Management

A behavior change strategy often used in therapy to reinforce positive behaviors and reduce undesirable ones through rewards or consequences.

Counterconditioning

A therapy technique used to replace an unwanted behavior or response with a desired one by associating the behavior with a new, more positive stimulus.