John Was Diagnosed as Having Selective Mutism

question 75

Multiple Choice

John was diagnosed as having selective mutism.This means that he

• A)has a communication disorder which makes him unable to talk.
• B)refuses to speak in unfamiliar social circumstances.
• C)communicates to his parents and other family members with gestures only.
• D)has created his own language;this disorder is common in twins.

Understand how prosocial behavior develops in conjunction with empathy and perspective-taking.

Identify common fears in preschoolers and how they relate to developmental stages.

Understand the concept of gender-typed toy preferences and their emergence in early childhood.

Recognize the classification of play types in early childhood as identified by Mildred Parten.

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Definitions:

Interdependence

The mutual reliance between two or more groups, organisms, or systems for benefits or survival.

Direct Competition

Refers to the rivalry between businesses that offer the same or similar products or services to the same customer base.

Systematic Processes

Methodical and organized procedures or methods followed to achieve specific goals.

Organized Approaches

Systematic methods or strategies applied to achieve goals in an orderly and efficient manner.