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ABC Charting
a method used to understand behaviors by looking at three important components: antecedent,
behavior, and consequence
neurodivergent
refers to individuals who have neurological differences that affect how they process information
and interact with their environment, including people with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other
conditions
exceptionalities
,varied educational needs arising from disorders or other unique learning requirements
metacognition
refers to the ability to think about and reflect on one's own thinking processes and involves
awareness and control of one's cognitive processes, including planning, monitoring, and
evaluating
working memory
refers to the cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding and manipulating information
needed for complex cognitive tasks such as reasoning, comprehension, and learning
emotional regulation
the ability to manage and control your feelings in a healthy way, meaning being able to handle
your emotions, like anger, sadness, or excitement, so they don't take over your actions or make
things harder for you. It involves understanding what you're feeling, why you're feeling that way,
and finding ways to deal with those feelings that help you stay calm and make good decisions
executive functions
higher-level cognitive processes that enable goal-directed behavior, including skills such as
planning, organizing, decision-making, and self-control
behavior disorders
conditions marked by persistent behaviors that harm social interactions and violate societal
norms
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
a neurodevelopmental disorder that causes inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity,
symptoms that can disrupt functioning or development
anxiety disorder
a group of mental health conditions that cause excessive fear or worry that disrupts daily life
autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
a neurodevelopmental condition that causes challenges in social interaction, communication,
and repetitive behaviors
conduct disorder
a behavioral and emotional disorder in children and teens that is marked by a pattern of
violating societal norms and the rights of others
, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
a childhood behavioral disorder that causes defiant, disobedient, and hostile behaviors toward
authority figures
internalized behaviors
emotional or psychological responses turned inward that affect thoughts and feelings
neurodiversity
the idea of respecting people's different brains, valuing their unique strengths and views
externalized behaviors
observable actions or behaviors directed outwardly, often affecting interactions with others
inattentive presentation
ADHD subtype characterized by difficulty sustaining attention, forgetfulness, and disorganization
hyperactive/impulsive presentation
ADHD subtype marked by excessive movement, restlessness, and impulsivity
combined presentation
ADHD subtype featuring both inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive symptoms
generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
an anxiety disorder that involves excessive, uncontrollable worry, and increased physiological
arousal
What does IDEA define as emotional and behavioral disorders?
A condition exhibiting one or more characteristics that adversely affects a child's educational
performance.
Key Characteristics of an Emotional or Behavioral Disorder
Learning challenges
Social difficulties
Behavioral issues
Emotional struggles
Physical symptoms
Behavioral interventions