EBD Mini quiz Study Guide

Emotional & Behavior Disorders IDEA Definition 2 categories of behaviors Instruments used to identify EBD Strategies for students with EBD

IDEA Definition of EBD: Tendency

To have physical symptoms related to school or personal problems.

IDEA Definition of EBD: Inability

To build or maintain relationship.

Definition of EBD: General Mood of

unhappiness or depression.

IDEA Definition of EBD: Inappropriate

feelings or behaviors under normal circumstances.

IDEA Definition of EBD: Inability

to learn not explained by other disabilities.

IDEA Definition of EBD: Includes

schizophrenia

IDEA Definition of EBD: Excludes

social maladjustment.

Externalized Behaviors

Inconsolable; Frequent/intense tantrums; Pushing; Hitting; Biting; Persistent refusal; Harm to self; Harm to others; Throwing objects

Internalized Behaviors

Sadness/depression; Sleeps a lot; Teased/bullied by peers; Does not participate in social activities; Shy/timid; Fearful; Withdrawn; Self-injury; Lack of self-advocacy

Instruments Used for EBD

Intelligence Test; Achievement Test; Behavior checklist or rating scale; observations and anecdotal records; curriculum-based assessment.

Positive Behavior Supports (PBS)

School-wide system targeted towards prevention and remediation of school-age children who are at risk for or who demonstrate problem behaviors.

Systematic Structure

Students need routines.

Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)

Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP)

Social Skills Instruction

Small group activities; teach specific strategies; includes modeling and guided practice; explicit instruction

Wrap Around Services

Services that address the basic need of the family and school. Includes a comprehensive network of services including juvenile justice, child welfare, counseling, case management, respite services, parent advocacy, mental health centers.

Applied Behavior Analysis (APA)

Based on the belief that behavior occurs in response to various events that occur in the environment. Antecedents and Consequences