Davis Was Born Deaf to Deaf Parents Who Signed to Him

question 168

Multiple Choice

Davis was born Deaf to Deaf parents who signed to him at an early age. How would this be most likely to affect his acquisition of a theory of mind?

• A)He would show slightly slower development than that of a sensory-normal child.
• B)He would show a similar development as that of a Down syndrome child.
• C)He would show a similar development as that of an autistic child.
• D)He would show similar development to that of a sensory-normal child.

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Definitions:

Background Emotion

Subtle and sustained emotional states that influence mood and perception without immediate awareness.

Social Emotion

Emotions that arise in the context of social interactions or relationships, often involving feelings that are influenced by the perceptions, thoughts, or behaviors of others.

Inappropriate Behavior

Actions or conduct deemed unacceptable or improper within a given context or by societal standards.

Disrupted Relationships

Relationships that experience interruptions or breakdowns in communication, emotional connection, or physical intimacy, often leading to conflict or dissolution.