Chapter 7: Atypical Emotional

Question 0

Which of the following statements are true regarding the prevalence of emotional and behavior disorders in boys and girls?

• girls are diagnosed six to none times more often than boys
• no data is available on differences between boys and girls
• boys are diagnosed three or more times than girls

Answer 0

boys are diagnosed three or more times more than girls

Question 1

The federal definition of Emotional/Behavioral Disorders includes all of the following EXCEPT:

• social maladjusted
• inappropriate behavior under normal circumstances
• pervasive mood of unhappiness and depression

Answer 1

social maladjusted

Question 2

According to the Federal definition a child must exhibit characteristics of behavior disorders to _____ in order to qualify for services under IDEA.

Answer 2

a marked degree

Question 3

Of all the groups of students with disabilities, students with emotional or behavioral disorders have dropout rates that are:

Answer 3

the highest

Question 4

Thomas is a high school freshman who has a history of negative experiences in school and with the authorities. He is aggressive and continuously lies to adults, he has been arrested for destroying school property and stealing from a local grocery store. Thomas’s behaviors are characteristic of:

Answer 4

conduct disorder

Question 5

IDEA defines the category of Emotional/Behavioral Disorders using which of the following criteria?

• is an inability to learn that cannot be explained by intellectual, sensory or health factors
• may coexist with other disabling conditions

Answer 5

is an inability to learn that cannot be explained by intellectual, sensory or health factors

Question 6

An example of externalizing behavior is:

• hyperactivity
• selective mutism
• depression
• anorexia

Answer 6

hyperactivity

Question 7

Two broad dimensions of behavior disorders are:

• withdrawal and disinterest
• externalizing and internalizing
• exterior and interior
• hostility and aggression

Answer 7

externalizing and internalizing

Question 8

After conducting a functional behavior assessment, the IEP team will put together a Behavioral Intervention Plan. This plan’s purpose is to:

Answer 8

replace the undesirable behavior with an appropriate one

Question 9

The purpose of the ABC model of behavior data collection and intervention is to:

Answer 9

identify the antcedent, behavior, and consequences of the behavior

Question 10

An example of internalizing behavior is:

• withdrawl
• hitting other children
• cursing at a teacher
• stealing

Answer 10

withdrawl

Question 11

Genetics, environmental toxins, accidents, and illnesses are examples of:

Answer 11

biological factors

Question 12

Under the law (IDEA), “functional behavior assessment” refers to:

Answer 12

a specific set of procedures designed to pinpoint the function of a student’s behavior

Question 13

Which one of the following school practices contributes to the development of E/BD?

• teachers who are sensitive to children’s individuality
• expectations for behavior that are too high or too low
• rewarding positive behavior with recognition or attention

Answer 13

expectations for behavior that are too high or too low

Question 14

Mr. Nee counts the number of times that Michael is out of his seat during reading. He is keeping track of:

Answer 14

frequency

Question 15

Despite problems in defining Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, most children with SEVERE Emotion/Behavior Disorders are easily recognized because:

Answer 15

their behavior attracts immediate attention