CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD

MEASUREMENT OF INTELLIGENCE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the primary reason of the Adaptive Behaviour Inventory/Vinelands?
A
Identify individual factors that restrict adult adaptation to learning
B
Diagnose mental retardation
C
Measure verbal and non-verbal abilities
D
Evaluate a persons’ attitude towards new environment
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Purpose. The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS) (Vineland-3) is a standardized assessment tool that utilizes semi-structured interview to measure adaptive behavior and support the diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and developmental delays.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Vineland is designed to measure adaptive behavior of individuals from birth to age 90. The Vineland-II contains 5 domains each with 2-3 subdomains. The main domains are: Communication, Daily Living Skills, Socialization, Motor Skills, and Maladaptive Behavior (optional).

Detailed explanation-3: -It is particularly useful for evaluating those with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, learning disabilities, neuropsychological disorders, and sensory or physical impairments.

Detailed explanation-4: -Adaptive Behavior Inventory (ABI): Assesses people from age 5 through 18 years. The ABI measures adaptive skills in five (5) areas that include self-care skills, communication skills, social skills, academic skills, and occupational skills.

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