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Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with autism?
Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with autism?
How does autism primarily affect children before age three?
How does autism primarily affect children before age three?
Which of the following is an example of a communication deficiency commonly seen in children with autism?
Which of the following is an example of a communication deficiency commonly seen in children with autism?
What is a common measurement for assessing sub average intellectual functioning?
What is a common measurement for assessing sub average intellectual functioning?
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An IQ test score around what value typically indicates a limitation in intellectual functioning?
An IQ test score around what value typically indicates a limitation in intellectual functioning?
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What is a common social interaction challenge faced by individuals with speech and language difficulties?
What is a common social interaction challenge faced by individuals with speech and language difficulties?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a conceptual skill?
Which of the following is NOT considered a conceptual skill?
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Which of the following does NOT contribute to defining autism as a neurodevelopmental disorder?
Which of the following does NOT contribute to defining autism as a neurodevelopmental disorder?
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What is a common impairment in speech production linked to profound learning disabilities?
What is a common impairment in speech production linked to profound learning disabilities?
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Children with intellectual disabilities often struggle to apply which type of strategies?
Children with intellectual disabilities often struggle to apply which type of strategies?
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What characteristic is likely associated with children who have intellectual disabilities?
What characteristic is likely associated with children who have intellectual disabilities?
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Which statement accurately describes the impact of autism on educational performance?
Which statement accurately describes the impact of autism on educational performance?
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Which of the following best describes 'practical skills'?
Which of the following best describes 'practical skills'?
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How should schools approach creating inclusive education for students with speech and language difficulties?
How should schools approach creating inclusive education for students with speech and language difficulties?
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What is a major obstacle for children with intellectual disabilities in social situations?
What is a major obstacle for children with intellectual disabilities in social situations?
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What impact do intellectual disabilities typically have on a child's academic learning?
What impact do intellectual disabilities typically have on a child's academic learning?
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of vulnerability?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of vulnerability?
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Which factor is associated with economic vulnerability?
Which factor is associated with economic vulnerability?
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What characteristic is commonly associated with vulnerable people?
What characteristic is commonly associated with vulnerable people?
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Which group is identified as particularly vulnerable due to cultural practices?
Which group is identified as particularly vulnerable due to cultural practices?
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How does social vulnerability differ from other types of vulnerability?
How does social vulnerability differ from other types of vulnerability?
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Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to environmental vulnerability?
Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to environmental vulnerability?
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Which of the following best describes political vulnerability?
Which of the following best describes political vulnerability?
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What is a common characteristic of vulnerable groups related to financial resources?
What is a common characteristic of vulnerable groups related to financial resources?
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What is defined as a lack or abnormality of an anatomical, physiological, or psychological structure or function?
What is defined as a lack or abnormality of an anatomical, physiological, or psychological structure or function?
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Which of the following is NOT a major model of understanding disability discussed in the chapter?
Which of the following is NOT a major model of understanding disability discussed in the chapter?
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What movement describes the shift from segregating individuals with disabilities to including them in society?
What movement describes the shift from segregating individuals with disabilities to including them in society?
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Which of the following factors can significantly influence the progress towards inclusion?
Which of the following factors can significantly influence the progress towards inclusion?
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What is the primary cause attributed to the emergence of vulnerabilities?
What is the primary cause attributed to the emergence of vulnerabilities?
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Which statement best describes the term 'disability'?
Which statement best describes the term 'disability'?
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Which of the following is considered a type of vulnerability?
Which of the following is considered a type of vulnerability?
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What aspect has historically influenced the move towards inclusion in society for individuals with disabilities?
What aspect has historically influenced the move towards inclusion in society for individuals with disabilities?
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What is often the issue with students who have difficulties in learning?
What is often the issue with students who have difficulties in learning?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason children with intellectual disabilities may struggle with learning?
Which of the following is NOT a reason children with intellectual disabilities may struggle with learning?
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How do language difficulties in individuals with intellectual disabilities generally manifest?
How do language difficulties in individuals with intellectual disabilities generally manifest?
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What effect does past failure tend to have on people with intellectual disabilities?
What effect does past failure tend to have on people with intellectual disabilities?
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Which aspect of academic achievement is frequently impacted in children with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities?
Which aspect of academic achievement is frequently impacted in children with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities?
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When facing challenges in pragmatic language skills, individuals with intellectual disabilities may struggle with which of the following?
When facing challenges in pragmatic language skills, individuals with intellectual disabilities may struggle with which of the following?
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What is a common misconception about the motivation of people with intellectual disabilities?
What is a common misconception about the motivation of people with intellectual disabilities?
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Which of the following factors can notably affect the learning process for individuals with intellectual disabilities?
Which of the following factors can notably affect the learning process for individuals with intellectual disabilities?
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Which group is particularly noted for being vulnerable to psychological and physical abuse?
Which group is particularly noted for being vulnerable to psychological and physical abuse?
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What factor contributes to the vulnerability of individuals from minority backgrounds?
What factor contributes to the vulnerability of individuals from minority backgrounds?
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How does poverty increase vulnerability?
How does poverty increase vulnerability?
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What type of individuals are highly vulnerable due to health and social issues?
What type of individuals are highly vulnerable due to health and social issues?
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Which age groups are noted as particularly vulnerable?
Which age groups are noted as particularly vulnerable?
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What is a common characteristic of children who are considered vulnerable?
What is a common characteristic of children who are considered vulnerable?
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Which characteristic does NOT typically contribute to an individual's vulnerability?
Which characteristic does NOT typically contribute to an individual's vulnerability?
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Which of the following groups is at risk for vulnerability due to economic factors?
Which of the following groups is at risk for vulnerability due to economic factors?
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Study Notes
Chapter 1: Understanding Disabilities and Vulnerabilities
- Time Allotted: 10 contact hours
- Chapter Objectives: Students will be able to define disability and vulnerability, list different types of disabilities and vulnerabilities, explain brief causes of disability and vulnerability, describe the brief historical movements from segregation to inclusion, describe the effect of attitude on the move towards inclusion, and discuss models of disability.
- Chapter Contents: Covers definitions of disability and vulnerability, types of disabilities and vulnerabilities, causes of disability and vulnerabilities, historical movements from segregation to inclusion, the effects of attitude on the move towards inclusion, and models of disability.
- Overview of the Chapter: The chapter defines terms, presents classifications and causes of disabilities and vulnerabilities, traces historical movements from segregation to inclusion, and discusses attitude issues. Major models of understanding disability are also discussed.
- Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to define disability and vulnerability, list different types of disabilities and vulnerabilities, explain brief causes of disability and vulnerability, describe the brief historical movements from segregation to inclusion, describe the effect of attitude on the move towards inclusion.
1.1 Definitions of Basic Terms (Impairment, Disability and Handicap)
- Impairment: Absence of a physiological structure or function, or an abnormality in an anatomic, physiological or psychological structure or function. It refers to a loss or abnormality of physiological, psychological or anatomical structure or function (lack of a body part or organ function).
- Disability: The term is ambiguous and contested, not synonymous with impairment. It encompasses societal, physical, and policy barriers.
- Handicap: Societal disadvantage arising from impairment or disability.
Additional Information from Text
- Various definitions and models of disability are discussed throughout the following pages.
- Causes for disability and vulnerability are detailed on page 3
- The text provides details about educational and social issues related to individuals with disabilities (includes specific learning disabilities as well as speech/language impairments)
- Further, various types of disabilities and health impairments are also discussed in-depth
- Causes of social vulnerability in a wide variety of forms are provided
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Explore the essential concepts of disability and vulnerability in this comprehensive quiz. Understand the various types, causes, and historical movements towards inclusion. Additionally, delve into the impact of attitudes and models related to disabilities.
