The Mockingbird Gets Its Name from the Fact That It

question 56

Multiple Choice

The mockingbird gets its name from the fact that it often imitates the call of other birds, without conveying any particular message. A child who imitates others' speech without any sign of understanding it MOST likely would be diagnosed with:

• A) autism spectrum disorder.
• B) ADHD.
• C) intellectual disability.
• D) oppositional defiant disorder

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Definitions:

Assessment

The evaluation or measurement of the nature, ability, or quality of something, often applied within educational, psychological, or performance contexts.

Behavior Modification

Techniques for changing behavior that rely on Pavlovian conditioning or instrumental or operant conditioning.

Contingency Management

A behavioral therapy technique that rewards positive behavior and discourages negative behavior by controlling the consequences of those behaviors.

Contingency Management

A type of behavioral therapy where certain behaviors are reinforced by providing or withholding rewards.