Definitions of Giftedness Are Shaped to a Large Extent by

question 56

Multiple Choice

Definitions of giftedness are shaped to a large extent by

• A)psychological research.
• B)socioemotional factors.
• C)cultural beliefs.
• D)federal laws.

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Definitions:

Cleft Lip and Palate

Congenital deformities affecting the upper lip and roof of the mouth, respectively, that can impair speech, eating, and hearing.

Gastrostomy Feedings

Nutritional support provided through a tube placed directly into the stomach for those who cannot eat by mouth.

Sucking Needs

The innate need for sucking movements seen in infants, critical for feeding and offers comfort.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A disability in which children consistently show one or more of the following characteristics: (1) inattention, (2) hyperactivity, and (3) impulsivity.