CAASP Behavioral Assessment 2

Question 1

Which behavioral assessment tool uses a parent-completed checklist to evaluate internalizing and externalizing problems in children aged 6-18?

Accepted Answer

Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL)

Answer

The CBCL is a widely used parent-report instrument that assesses both internalizing and externalizing behavioral problems in children and adolescents.

Question 2

In CAASP-aligned behavioral assessment, a 'wraparound' approach is best characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Family-driven, community-based individualized care planning

Answer

Wraparound is a core CAASP philosophy emphasizing family-driven, strengths-based, individualized planning within the community.

Question 3

When assessing trauma in adolescents within the child-serving system, which screening tool is specifically designed to identify trauma exposure and PTSD symptoms?

Accepted Answer

UCLA PTSD Reaction Index

Answer

The UCLA PTSD Reaction Index is a validated instrument for screening trauma exposure and PTSD symptoms in children and adolescents.

Question 4

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) primarily aims to:

Accepted Answer

Identify the antecedents and consequences maintaining a target behavior

Answer

FBA identifies the function of a behavior by examining antecedents, the behavior itself, and consequences (ABC model) to guide intervention planning.

Question 5

A CAASP-consistent behavioral assessment should include information from which combination of sources?

Accepted Answer

Child, family, school, and community informants

Answer

CAASP principles emphasize multi-informant, multi-system assessment spanning the child, family, school, and broader community.

(CAASP) Child and Adolescent Service System Program Practice Test

(CAASP) Child and Adolescent Service System Program Practice Test

CAASP Behavioral Assessment 2