Question 1

What is the most prevalent type of learning disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  oral communication disorders 
B)  mathematics disorders 
C)  disorders of written expression 
D)  reading disorders 
A)  oral communication disorders 
B)  mathematics disorders 
C)  disorders of written expression 
D)  reading disorders

Question 2

Scott has an intellectual disability.What would be the BEST form of treatment for him?

Accepted Answer

A)  a cognitive approach to self-care activities 
B)  interpersonal therapy 
C)  medication 
D)  a behavioural approach to skills training 
A)  a cognitive approach to self-care activities 
B)  interpersonal therapy 
C)  medication 
D)  a behavioural approach to skills training

Question 3

What is the current research position regarding the technology of gene therapy for intellectual disabilities?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a viable treatment for only a small number of cases. 
B)  It is a potentially effective treatment, but the risks must be evaluated carefully. 
C)  It is considered unethical. 
D)  It is in the research stage only. 
A)  It is a viable treatment for only a small number of cases. 
B)  It is a potentially effective treatment, but the risks must be evaluated carefully. 
C)  It is considered unethical. 
D)  It is in the research stage only.

Question 4

A child diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome using the DSM-IV-R would receive which diagnosis using the DSM-5?

Accepted Answer

A)  pervasive developmental disorder 
B)  social functioning disorder 
C)  autism spectrum disorder 
D)  childhood disintegrative disorder 
A)  pervasive developmental disorder 
B)  social functioning disorder 
C)  autism spectrum disorder 
D)  childhood disintegrative disorder

Question 5

What does research regarding the behaviour of the parents of children with autism spectrum disorder suggest?

Accepted Answer

A)  that autism is the result of cold and aloof parenting 
B)  that autism is not the result of parenting behaviours 
C)  that autism is the result of a complex interaction of genetics and parenting style 
D)  that autism is the result of an overindulgent parenting style 
A)  that autism is the result of cold and aloof parenting 
B)  that autism is not the result of parenting behaviours 
C)  that autism is the result of a complex interaction of genetics and parenting style 
D)  that autism is the result of an overindulgent parenting style

Question 6

Generally speaking,what should the treatment for a child with autism spectrum disorder involve?

Accepted Answer

A)  behavioural therapy, home schooling, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible 
B)  cognitive therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible 
C)  behavioural therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible 
D)  behavioural therapy and a focus on provisions for long-term custodial care 
A)  behavioural therapy, home schooling, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible 
B)  cognitive therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible 
C)  behavioural therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible 
D)  behavioural therapy and a focus on provisions for long-term custodial care

Question 7

Caleb has the restricted pattern of behaviour observed in children with autism spectrum disorder.What does Caleb have trouble with?

Accepted Answer

A)  communication 
B)  recognition 
C)  change 
D)  movement 
A)  communication 
B)  recognition 
C)  change 
D)  movement

Question 8

What is the relationship between autism and medical conditions such as German measles and tuberous sclerosis,and difficulties during pregnancy and labour?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most cases of autism are directly caused by some form of early infection or disease. 
B)  Certain medical conditions, such as those mentioned above, result in autism in some cases, but not always. 
C)  There is no empirical evidence that suggests a relationship exists between autism and any known medical disorder. 
D)  Certain medical conditions are known to interact with a particular parenting style to produce autism in a vulnerable child. 
A)  Most cases of autism are directly caused by some form of early infection or disease. 
B)  Certain medical conditions, such as those mentioned above, result in autism in some cases, but not always. 
C)  There is no empirical evidence that suggests a relationship exists between autism and any known medical disorder. 
D)  Certain medical conditions are known to interact with a particular parenting style to produce autism in a vulnerable child.

Question 9

You know that there are eight boys with ADHD at a given school.How many girls with ADHD would you expect at that same school?

Accepted Answer

A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four 
A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four

What is the most prevalent type of learning disorder?

Scott has an intellectual disability.What would be the BEST form of treatment for him?

What is the current research position regarding the technology of gene therapy for intellectual disabilities?

A child diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome using the DSM-IV-R would receive which diagnosis using the DSM-5?

What does research regarding the behaviour of the parents of children with autism spectrum disorder suggest?

Generally speaking,what should the treatment for a child with autism spectrum disorder involve?

Caleb has the restricted pattern of behaviour observed in children with autism spectrum disorder.What does Caleb have trouble with?

What is the relationship between autism and medical conditions such as German measles and tuberous sclerosis,and difficulties during pregnancy and labour?

You know that there are eight boys with ADHD at a given school.How many girls with ADHD would you expect at that same school?

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Exam 14: Neurodevelopmental Disorders

What is the most prevalent type of learning disorder?

Scott has an intellectual disability.What would be the BEST form of treatment for him?

What is the current research position regarding the technology of gene therapy for intellectual disabilities?

A child diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome using the DSM-IV-R would receive which diagnosis using the DSM-5?

What does research regarding the behaviour of the parents of children with autism spectrum disorder suggest?

Generally speaking,what should the treatment for a child with autism spectrum disorder involve?

Caleb has the restricted pattern of behaviour observed in children with autism spectrum disorder.What does Caleb have trouble with?

What is the relationship between autism and medical conditions such as German measles and tuberous sclerosis,and difficulties during pregnancy and labour?

You know that there are eight boys with ADHD at a given school.How many girls with ADHD would you expect at that same school?

Abnormal Behaviour in Historical Context

An Integrative Approach to Psychopathology

Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis

Research Methods

Anxiety,Trauma-Related,and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders

Somatic Symptom and Dissociative Disorders

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Eating and Sleep-Wake Disorders

Physical Disorders and Health Psychology

Sexual Dysfunctions,Paraphilic Disorders,and Gender Dysphoria

Substance-Related,Addictive,and Impulse-Control Disorders

Personality Disorders

Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders

Neurocognitive Disorders

Mental Health Services: Legal and Ethical Issues

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