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Describe how the status of the pregnancy (i.e., wanted and/or planned) can impact family adjustment to having a child with a developmental disability and/or the likelihood of mental health problems. Describe one of the ways that we can reduce the number of unplanned and unwanted pregnancies that was discussed in class.

Early identification and treatment of reading disorders is possible. What is the strongest predictor of a reading disorder at age 5?

Which of the following pairs of possible etiological factors for autism spectrum disorders includes two factors that have both been supported by the research?

What is the “Spread the Word to End the Word” campaign? What is the currently acceptable term for the disorder previously called “mental retardation?”

Which of the following are thought to be risk factors of ASD that are supported by research?

There are several multidimensional factors in the etiology of intellectual disabilities. Which of the following is not believed to be an etiological factor for intellectual disabilities?

Which of the following professions are trained to administer IQ tests for individuals with intellectual disabilities?

Joint                                     is the shared focus of two individuals on an object. It is achieved when one individual alerts another to an object by means of eye-gazing, pointing, or other verbal or non-verbal interaction.

Which of the following are examples of problems with repetitive behaviors and restricted interests that might be seen in individuals with autism?

Name one thing that the following disorders all have in common: (1) Intellectual disability; (2) Autism spectrum disorders; (3) Reading disorder or dyslexia.