How Do Psychologists Interpret the Self-Stimulation Behavior of Children with Autistic

question 60

Multiple Choice

How do psychologists interpret the self-stimulation behavior of children with autistic disorder?

• A) as a form of death wish
• B) as a way to increase sensation to a desirable level
• C) as a method for screening out unpleasant stimuli
• D) as an effort to overcome their social isolation

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Definitions:

Punishment And Obedience

Punishment and obedience involve the application of penalties for wrongdoing in order to enforce compliance with laws, rules, or commands.

Avoid Punishment

Actions or strategies employed to escape or mitigate consequences set by legal, institutional, or social systems.

Moral Appreciation

The capacity to recognize and value moral qualities or ethical dimensions in actions and decisions.

Sympathy

The feeling of pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortune.