Behavioral Psychology and Developmental Disabilities Quiz

Test your knowledge on positive reinforcement, neurodiversity, echolalia & more in behavioral psychology and developmental disabilities.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of positive reinforcement in behavioral psychology?

Adding something aversive

Removing something aversive

Adding something pleasant

Removing something pleasant

What is the primary focus of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy?

Treating physical disabilities

Improving communication skills

Modifying behavior through reinforcement

Enhancing cognitive abilities

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

Inattention

Impulsivity

Hyperactivity

Excessive patience

In developmental disabilities, what does the term 'neurodiversity' refer to?

The idea that neurological differences should be recognized and respected

The process of treating all neurological differences the same way

The elimination of neurological differences

The classification of certain neurological differences as superior

What is echolalia?

A form of language disorder characterized by difficulty in articulation

A repetitive speech pattern in which the individual repeats words or phrases

A type of sensory processing disorder

An inability to understand spoken language

Which theorist proposed the 'Zone of Proximal Development' in the field of developmental psychology?

B.F. Skinner

Albert Bandura

Jean Piaget

Lev Vygotsky

What is 'theory of mind' in the context of developmental psychology?

The ability to understand one's own emotions

The capacity to understand others' mental states

The ability to solve complex problems

The understanding of physical laws

What does the term 'stimming' refer to in the context of developmental disabilities?

A method used in applied behavior analysis

A form of communication

Repetitive body movements or noises

A technique for sensory integration

What is the primary difference between classical conditioning and operant conditioning?

Classical conditioning involves voluntary behaviors, while operant conditioning involves involuntary behaviors.

Classical conditioning focuses on shaping behaviors through reinforcement, while operant conditioning focuses on associations between stimuli.

Classical conditioning involves learning through consequences, while operant conditioning involves learning through associations.

Classical conditioning involves learning by pairing stimuli, while operant conditioning involves learning by consequences.

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What is a hallmark feature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Overly developed social skills

Impaired social communication and interaction

Exceptional verbal abilities

Inflexibility and resistance to change

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Which of the following is a characteristic of Down syndrome?

Enhanced cognitive abilities

Low muscle tone

Overly developed social skills

Increased risk of hemophilia

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Which of the following is a characteristic of Intellectual Disability?

Advanced problem-solving abilities

Difficulty with adaptive behaviors

Exceptional memory skills

Highly developed language skills

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In the context of developmental disabilities, what does 'sensory integration' refer to?

The process of organizing sensory information from the environment

The ability to regulate emotional responses to sensory stimuli

The integration of motor and sensory systems

The ability to inhibit sensory responses

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Which of the following is a characteristic of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?

Excessive fear or anxiety

Difficulty with impulse control

Persistent pattern of angry or irritable mood

Excessive compliance with authority figures

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What is the main focus of sensory diets in the treatment of sensory processing disorders?

Providing a balanced diet to improve sensory function

Implementing specific sensory activities to regulate sensory input

Eliminating sensory stimuli to reduce sensory overload

Increasing sensory sensitivity through exposure to various stimuli