Which Statement Does not Reflect Why Occupational Therapy Professionals Must

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which statement does not reflect why occupational therapy professionals must be sensitive to the needs of mothers who have children with disabilities?

• A) Mothers receive extra attention because they are caring for a child with disabilities.
• B) Mothers often become the conduit for communication, responsible for transferring information and expectations between clinic and family.
• C) Mothers find themselves caught between the perspectives of both the professionals and family members.
• D) Mothers may experience more stress than their husbands because they are typically the primary parent working with the intervention team.

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Definitions:

Social Validation

The process of seeking or obtaining approval or affirmation from others in one's social environment.

Social Reciprocity

The mutual exchange of social behavior, such as cooperation or communication, between individuals or groups.

Outcome Assessment

The process of evaluating the results of a treatment or intervention to determine its effectiveness over time.

Indiscriminable Contingencies

Situations in which individuals cannot predict when their behavior will be reinforced, often leading to more consistent behaviors.