The Study of Language Development Is Used as an Applied

question 35

Multiple Choice

The study of language development is used as an applied research topic for: (WWW)

• A) children who have a variety of conditions, including mental retardation, brain injury, and hearing impairment.
• B) commercial industries to increase the economic stature of businesses.
• C) sociologists interested cultural differences.
• D) researchers interested in autism.

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Definitions:

Active Listening

A communication technique involving listening attentively with all senses, reflecting, and providing feedback to ensure understanding.

Preventive Mental Health

Strategies and practices aimed at preventing mental health disorders and improving psychological well-being.

Exposure Therapy

A treatment method in psychological therapy that involves the controlled exposure of a patient to a feared object, situation, or activity to overcome their anxiety or distress.

Biomedical Therapies

Treatments for psychological disorders that involve altering brain chemistry with drugs, physical intervention (e.g., surgery), or other direct forms of intervention.