ASD ASD Intervention and Treatment Approaches 3

Question 1

Video modeling as an intervention for ASD is MOST closely aligned with which learning theory?

Accepted Answer

Observational learning / Social Learning Theory

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Operant conditioning

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Classical conditioning

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Cognitive load theory

Question 2

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) adapted for individuals with ASD is MOST effective when it includes which modification?

Accepted Answer

Use of visual supports, concrete examples, and explicit emotion education

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Elimination of all homework assignments

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Focus on unconscious processes and dream analysis

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Purely verbal discussion without any written materials

Question 3

What does 'generalization' mean in the context of ASD intervention?

Accepted Answer

The skill occurs across different people, settings, and materials beyond training conditions

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The client can perform the skill only in the therapy setting

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The therapist generalizes the intervention to other clients

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Progress is measured using normative data from the general population

Question 4

Social Stories, developed by Carol Gray, are designed to help individuals with ASD by:

Accepted Answer

Providing a personalized story that describes a social situation and expected responses

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Replacing all verbal instruction with narrative text

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Teaching academic content through fictional narratives

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Training parents to use ABA techniques at home

Question 5

Which of the following BEST describes 'prompt fading' in ASD intervention?

Accepted Answer

Gradually reducing the level of assistance provided so the learner becomes independent

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Removing reinforcement once a skill is mastered

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Fading a problematic behavior by ignoring it

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Reducing session frequency over time

Question 6

Incidental Teaching, used in ASD intervention, is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Taking advantage of naturally occurring opportunities initiated by the learner to teach targeted skills

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Structured drill-based instruction at a table

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Teaching through punishment and correction

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Using scripted lessons unrelated to the learner's interests