John Has Autism and Often Flaps His Hands for No

question 40

Multiple Choice

John has Autism and often flaps his hands for no apparent reason.John is engaging in

• A)aggression toward others.
• B)self-stimulation.
• C)augmentative communication.
• D)self-injury.

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Definitions:

Empty-nest Syndrome

A feeling of grief and loneliness parents may feel when their children leave home for the first time, such as to live on their own or attend college.

Concrete Operational Stage

A phase in Piaget's theory of cognitive development (ages 7-12), where children gain a better understanding of mental operations and can think logically about concrete events.

Abstract Ideas

Concepts that are not tangible or concrete, often involving complex thought processes, theories, or philosophical notions.

Inanimate Objects

Objects that lack life or consciousness, typically referring to items that are not alive.