The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD),as Well

question 48

Multiple Choice

The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) ,as well as DSM-5,use the term ________ for what was previously called "mental retardation."

• A)intellectually challenged
• B)savantism
• C)intellectual disability
• D)learning disability

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Definitions:

Attitude-Behavior Consistency

The extent to which an individual's beliefs, feelings, and attitudes are aligned with their actual behaviors.

Anti-Chinese Prejudice

Refers to negative attitudes, beliefs, or discrimination against people of Chinese descent or origin.

LaPiere

Refers to a classic study by sociologist Richard LaPiere in the early 20th century that highlighted the discrepancy between attitudes and behaviors, specifically regarding prejudice.

Attitude-Behavior Consistency

Refers to the extent to which individuals’ attitudes (beliefs and feelings) predict their behavior.