ABAT - Applied Behavior Analysis Autism Core Knowledge Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

According to the DSM-5, the two core diagnostic domains for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are:

Accepted Answer

Deficits in social communication/interaction and restricted/repetitive behaviors

Answer

DSM-5 consolidated the three previous domains (social, communication, repetitive behavior) into two: social communication/interaction deficits and restricted/repetitive behaviors.

Question 2

Joint attention refers to:

Accepted Answer

Coordinating attention with another person toward a shared object or event

Answer

Joint attention is the ability to share focus on an object or event with another person, a key early social-communication milestone often impaired in ASD.

Question 3

Which of the following BEST describes echolalia as seen in individuals with ASD?

Accepted Answer

Repetition of words or phrases previously heard, either immediately or after a delay

Answer

Echolalia is the repetition of heard speech, which can be immediate (right after hearing it) or delayed (hours or days later).

Question 4

Sensory sensitivities in individuals with ASD are classified in the DSM-5 under which domain?

Accepted Answer

Restricted, repetitive behaviors (hyper- or hypo-reactivity to sensory input)

Answer

The DSM-5 includes hyper- or hypo-reactivity to sensory input as a criterion within the restricted/repetitive behavior domain.

Question 5

In ABA-based early intervention for ASD, which approach most closely mirrors natural developmental sequences by embedding learning in child-led play?

Accepted Answer

Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs)

Answer

NDBIs (e.g., ESDM, JASPER, PRT) combine developmental science and ABA principles, embedding teaching within natural, child-initiated interactions.

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ABAT - Applied Behavior Analysis Autism Core Knowledge Questions and Answers 2