Joint Attention
What is the definition of "using gestures or eye gaze to share attention to objects (e.g., a plane flying in the sky)."
Joint attention
What does the acronym "ABA" represent?
Applied Behavior Analysis
"This" therapy was used as a negative reinforcement in which the child was given an electric shock after partaking in an unwanted behavior.
Shock Therapy
What is the definition of "The quality of time spent interacting with the other individual."
Joint Engagement
What are the "ABCs" of behavior?
Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence
Turn taking, facial expressions, eye contact, being animated/silly may all be different across cultures. True or False?
True.
At what age is joint attention established?
18 months
Research has shown that "these many hours" of therapy for a child is the crucial number in order to see significant improvement.
40
In the 1920s and currently "this" highly controversial treatment is used to treat symptoms of autism
Electroconvulsive therapy "ECT"
Name one way to initiate joint attention
coordinated joint look, showing, giving to share, pointing
ABA accounts for "Blank" % of therapies that develop long-lasting and observable results
45%
Joint attention is not used in adolescents or adults. True or False?
True.
How many "weekly" hours are needed in order for joint attention to improve skills?
3.5 hours
Studies have indicated that "Blank" % of individuals with autism who receive ABA services before the age of four show a significant increase in IQ, verbal skills, and social functioning
50%
This type of machine is a deep-pressure device designed to calm hypersensitive persons, usually individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
Squeeze Machine