Stage Theories of Reaction to Having a Child with a Disability

question 39

Multiple Choice

Stage theories of reaction to having a child with a disability have been questioned for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

• A)it is largely a myth that most parents engage in denial.
• B)parents do not go through stages in an identical and predictable way.
• C)parents are often the first to suspect a problem.
• D)the majority of parents do not experience changes in emotions.

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ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Five-Part Reading System

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SQ3R Reading System

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