Causes of Specific Learning Disabilities
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Which condition is not listed under 'Specific Learning Disabilities' in the text?

  • ADHD (correct)
  • Dysgraphia
  • Dyslexia
  • Dyscalculia

    • What percentage of children with CP in the United States are male?

  • 57% (correct)
  • 40%
  • 43%
  • 60%

    • Which of the following is NOT cited as a misconception about Specific Learning Disabilities?

  • Poor diet
  • Genetic factors (correct)
  • Watching excessive TV
  • Childhood vaccinations

    • What percentage of people attribute SLD to poor diet incorrectly?

    <p>31%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a basic psychological process involved in understanding or using language according to IDEA's definition of 'Specific Learning Disability'?

    <p>Playing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many parents report feelings of isolation, stress, anxiety, guilt, and pessimism regarding their child's learning and attention issues?

    <p>Seven out of ten</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conditions are included under Specific Learning Disability according to IDEA except for?

    <p>ADHD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities' includes difficulties in which area?

    <p>Understanding body language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the hyperactivity type of ADHD?

    <p>Frequent touching or handling of objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do symptoms of ADHD differ in children/teens compared to other children their age?

    <p>More frequent or severe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about ADHD stimulants?

    <p>They lead to addiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a risk factor for ADHD?

    <p>Low birth weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common behavior during pregnancy that is associated with an increased risk of ADHD in babies?

    <p>Smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate prevalence of ADHD among boys according to the text?

    <p>4%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for diagnosing ADHD symptoms in adults?

    <p>Symptoms must be significant in at least one area of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common myth related to ADHD and sugar consumption?

    <p>'ADHD is caused by consuming too much sugar'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between accommodations and modifications?

    <p>Accommodations change the way information is presented, while modifications change the content being taught.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of student might benefit from audio copies of books and graphic organizers as accommodations?

    <p>A student with dyslexia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a modification in an exam setting?

    <p>Reducing the number of questions for a specific student</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of multi-sensory instructional programs and tools mentioned in the text?

    <p>To address the diverse needs of all students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area can accommodations be applied to according to the text?

    <p>Math, reading, writing, and social studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of changes do modifications typically involve in the context of exams?

    <p>Reducing the number of questions or simplifying the content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which student might require modifications in their learning materials?

    <p>A student struggling with decoding texts due to dyslexia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Handwriting Without Tears' is mentioned in the text as a tool for what purpose?

    <p>To improve students' penmanship skills without causing frustration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining characteristic of students with learning disabilities?

    <p>Specific and significant achievement deficits in the presence of adequate overall intelligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common characteristic among students with learning disabilities?

    <p>Difficulty with reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it dangerous to list the characteristics of children with learning disabilities?

    <p>Because it leads to assuming all children exhibit all listed characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of the difference between expected performance and actual performance for students with learning disabilities?

    <p>It grows larger and larger over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic experienced by students with learning disabilities?

    <p>High achievement in math</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the danger associated with assuming that all children in the learning disability category exhibit all listed characteristics?

    <p>It can lead to overlooking individual differences among children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is mentioned as affecting 1 in 5 students?

    <p>Dyslexia (difficulty with reading)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some specific characteristics that students with learning disabilities may experience?

    <p><strong>A.</strong> Deficits in written language <strong>B.</strong> Poor social skills <strong>C.</strong> Attention deficits and hyperactivity <strong>D.</strong> Behavioral problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four suspected causal factors of learning disabilities mentioned in the text?

    <p>Brain damage, heredity, biochemical imbalance, environmental causes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology has allowed researchers to discover different brain activation patterns in individuals with reading and language disabilities?

    <p>Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it cautioned that special educators should not place too much emphasis on theories linking learning disabilities to brain damage or dysfunction?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do some children with reading disabilities differ in terms of brain structure from children without disabilities?

    <p>Their brain structure is slightly different</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some common types of learning disabilities mentioned in the text?

    <p>Dyslexia, language disabilities, math disabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What have recent advances in MRI technology allowed researchers to discover about the brains of some individuals with reading and language disabilities?

    <p>Different activation patterns during phonological processing tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should special educators be cautious about attributing learning problems solely to brain dysfunction?

    <p>'Built-in excuse' for ineffective instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason provided in the text for caution against placing too much emphasis on theories linking learning disabilities to brain damage or dysfunction?

    <p>Not all children with learning disabilities display clinical (medical) evidence of brain damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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