The Restricted Pattern of Behavior Generally Observed in Autistic Disorder

question 51

Multiple Choice

The restricted pattern of behavior generally observed in autistic disorder involves

• A) repetitive movements such as spinning in circles.
• B) an intense preference for keeping things the same.
• C) inappropriate communication patterns.
• D) lack of recognition of significant others.

Grasp the role of communication strategies in expressing interest and maintaining relationships.

Understand the factors influencing relationship stability and satisfaction.

Understand the concept of relationship scripts and their role in guiding partner behaviors.

Recognize the challenges and outcomes of long-distance versus close proximity relationships.

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Definitions:

Directly Perceive

The process of immediately recognizing and understanding sensory information without the need for conscious reasoning.

Eleanor And James Gibson

Notable psychologists known for their work in perception and the theory of affordances, which suggests that the environment offers opportunities for interaction to organisms.

Habituation

The process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus or environment over time, resulting in a decrease in response.

Stimulus

Something that incites or provokes a physiological or psychological action or response.