An Area of Deficits That Has Traditionally Been Associated with Persons

question 17

Multiple Choice

An area of deficits that has traditionally been associated with persons with intellectual disabilities but is beginning to be of interest with respect to persons with ADHD is

• A)stereotypic behaviors.
• B)verbal intelligence.
• C)gullibility.
• D)adaptive behavior skills.

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Definitions:

Steroid Hormones

A class of hormones derived from cholesterol that includes testosterone, estrogen, and cortisol, playing key roles in metabolism, inflammation, and reproductive functions.

Peptide Hormones

Hormones composed of short chains of amino acids that affect the function of target cells or organs.

Blood Calcium Levels

Blood calcium levels refer to the concentration of calcium ions in the blood, essential for healthy bones, muscular function, and blood coagulation.

Calcitonin

Hormone secreted by the thyroid gland that increases the blood calcium level.