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A practical guide to adaptive behaviors across a range of neurodevelopmental disorders Adaptive behavior assessment measures independent living skills, including communication, social skills, personal care, and practical work skills. For individuals with intellectual disabilities, evaluation of these skills is a critical tool for measuring eligibility and can identify specific skills that must be learned before effective educational interventions can be implemented. Essentials of Adaptive Behavior Assessment of Neurodevelopmental Disorders describes the role of adaptive behavior in assessment and treatment, and provides clear guidance for measurement. Case samples provide real-world illustration of behaviors and assessment, and systematic comparison of various measures are presented and explained to better inform planning. Individual chapters outline specific adaptive behaviors across a range of neurodevelopmental disorders, giving clinicians, practitioners, students, and researcher

Table of Contents

Series Preface xv

Acknowledgments xvii

One Introduction and History of Adaptive Behavior 1

Introduction 1

The Birth of Adaptive Behavior 1

Adaptive Behavior in the Definition of Intellectual Disability 5

Principles of Adaptive Behavior 9

Summary 13

Test Yourself 14

Two Methods of Assessing Adaptive Behavior 17

Types of Measures 19

Interviews 20

Unstructured Interviews 20

Semi-Structured and Structured Interviews 21

Direct Observation 21

Checklists and Rating Scales 21

Self-Administered 22

Other-Administered 22

Purpose of Measure 24

Psychometric Properties 25

Floor and Ceiling Effects 25

Item Density 26

Reliability 26

Validity 27

Adequacy of Normative Samples 28

Sociocultural Biases 29

Choosing a Measure 30

Summary 30

Test Yourself 31

Three Standardized Measures of Adaptive Behavior 33

Vineland Social Maturity Scale 33

AAMD/AAMR/AAIDD Adaptive Behavior Scales 35

Adaptive Behavior Scale (ABS) 36

Adaptive Behavior Scale, Public School Version (ABS-PSV) 36

Adaptive Behavior Scale, School Edition, and AAMR Adaptive Behavior Scale–School:2 (ABS-S:2) 37

Diagnostic Adaptive Behavior Scale (DABS) 38

Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales 40

Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale (Vineland ABS) 40

Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Second Edition (Vineland-II) 42

Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition (Vineland-3) 43

Adaptive Behavior Assessment System 46

Adaptive Behavior Assessment System (ABAS) 47

Adaptive Behavior Assessment System, Second Edition (ABAS-II) 47

Adaptive Behavior Assessment System, Third Edition (ABAS-3) 49

Scales of Independent Behavior–Revised (SIB-R) 50

Adaptive Behavior Evaluation Scale, Third Edition (ABES-3) 51

Developmental Assessments with Adaptive Behavior Sections 52

Battelle Developmental Inventory, Second Edition, Normative Update (BDI-2) 53

Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, Third Edition (Bayley-III) 53

Summary 53

Test Yourself 55

Four Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Intellectual Disability and Genetic Disorders 57

Eligibility Versus Diagnosis 58

Adaptive Behavior Profiles by Level of Cognition in ID 60

Comorbidities with ID 61

Incidence and Prevalence of ID 62

Etiologies of ID 64

Genetic Causes of ID 65

Idiopathic and Biomedical Causes of ID 75

Summary 76

Test Yourself 77

Five Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Autism Spectrum Disorder 79

Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Levels of Cognition 80

Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Age 82

Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Autism Symptomatology 84

Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Sensory Behaviors 85

Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Sex 86

Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Toddlers and Preschool-Age Children with ASD 87

The Impact of Race, Ethnicity, and Socioeconomic Status on Adaptive Behavior in ASD 89

Summary 91

Test Yourself 91

Six Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Other Neurodevelopmental Disorders 93

Learning Disabilities 93

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 94

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 96

Movement and Motor Disorders 97

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) 97

Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM) 98

Cerebral Palsy 98

Tourette’s Syndrome 98

Epilepsy 99

Hearing Impairments 100

Visual Impairments 101

Speech, Language, and Communication Disorders 102

Summary 103

Test Yourself 104

Seven Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Adults with Neurodevelopmental Disorders 107

Adaptive Profiles in Adults with Intellectual Disability 108

Adaptive Profiles in Adults with Genetic Disorders 110

Down Syndrome 110

Fragile X Syndrome 111

Williams Syndrome 112

Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder 112

Adults with Language Impairments 115

Assessment for Intellectual Disability in Prisoners 116

The Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Residential and Vocational Success 119

Summary 121

Test Yourself 121

Eight The Role of Adaptive Behavior in Treatment and Intervention 123

Factors to Consider in Developing an Intervention Plan 124

Identifying Adaptive Behaviors to Target in Intervention 126

Evidenced-Based Practices for Treating Adaptive Behavior 130

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) 130

Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs) 133

Social Communication Approaches 134

Commercial Products 136

Summary 137

Test Yourself 138

Nine Case Samples 141

Case Sample 1: Individual with Intellectual Disability 141

Results 142

Sample Recommendations for Treatment of Adaptive Behavior 144

Case Sample 2: Individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder 145

Results 145

Sample Recommendations for ASD Educational Programming and Adaptive Behavior 148

Case Sample 3: Individual with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder 149

Results 149

Sample Recommendations for Treatment of Adaptive Behavior 153

Summary 154

References 157

About the Authors 183

Index 185

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      Book Synopsis
      A practical guide to adaptive behaviors across a range of neurodevelopmental disorders Adaptive behavior assessment measures independent living skills, including communication, social skills, personal care, and practical work skills. For individuals with intellectual disabilities, evaluation of these skills is a critical tool for measuring eligibility and can identify specific skills that must be learned before effective educational interventions can be implemented. Essentials of Adaptive Behavior Assessment of Neurodevelopmental Disorders describes the role of adaptive behavior in assessment and treatment, and provides clear guidance for measurement. Case samples provide real-world illustration of behaviors and assessment, and systematic comparison of various measures are presented and explained to better inform planning. Individual chapters outline specific adaptive behaviors across a range of neurodevelopmental disorders, giving clinicians, practitioners, students, and researcher

      Table of Contents

      Series Preface xv

      Acknowledgments xvii

      One Introduction and History of Adaptive Behavior 1

      Introduction 1

      The Birth of Adaptive Behavior 1

      Adaptive Behavior in the Definition of Intellectual Disability 5

      Principles of Adaptive Behavior 9

      Summary 13

      Test Yourself 14

      Two Methods of Assessing Adaptive Behavior 17

      Types of Measures 19

      Interviews 20

      Unstructured Interviews 20

      Semi-Structured and Structured Interviews 21

      Direct Observation 21

      Checklists and Rating Scales 21

      Self-Administered 22

      Other-Administered 22

      Purpose of Measure 24

      Psychometric Properties 25

      Floor and Ceiling Effects 25

      Item Density 26

      Reliability 26

      Validity 27

      Adequacy of Normative Samples 28

      Sociocultural Biases 29

      Choosing a Measure 30

      Summary 30

      Test Yourself 31

      Three Standardized Measures of Adaptive Behavior 33

      Vineland Social Maturity Scale 33

      AAMD/AAMR/AAIDD Adaptive Behavior Scales 35

      Adaptive Behavior Scale (ABS) 36

      Adaptive Behavior Scale, Public School Version (ABS-PSV) 36

      Adaptive Behavior Scale, School Edition, and AAMR Adaptive Behavior Scale–School:2 (ABS-S:2) 37

      Diagnostic Adaptive Behavior Scale (DABS) 38

      Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales 40

      Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale (Vineland ABS) 40

      Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Second Edition (Vineland-II) 42

      Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition (Vineland-3) 43

      Adaptive Behavior Assessment System 46

      Adaptive Behavior Assessment System (ABAS) 47

      Adaptive Behavior Assessment System, Second Edition (ABAS-II) 47

      Adaptive Behavior Assessment System, Third Edition (ABAS-3) 49

      Scales of Independent Behavior–Revised (SIB-R) 50

      Adaptive Behavior Evaluation Scale, Third Edition (ABES-3) 51

      Developmental Assessments with Adaptive Behavior Sections 52

      Battelle Developmental Inventory, Second Edition, Normative Update (BDI-2) 53

      Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, Third Edition (Bayley-III) 53

      Summary 53

      Test Yourself 55

      Four Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Intellectual Disability and Genetic Disorders 57

      Eligibility Versus Diagnosis 58

      Adaptive Behavior Profiles by Level of Cognition in ID 60

      Comorbidities with ID 61

      Incidence and Prevalence of ID 62

      Etiologies of ID 64

      Genetic Causes of ID 65

      Idiopathic and Biomedical Causes of ID 75

      Summary 76

      Test Yourself 77

      Five Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Autism Spectrum Disorder 79

      Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Levels of Cognition 80

      Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Age 82

      Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Autism Symptomatology 84

      Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Sensory Behaviors 85

      Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Sex 86

      Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Toddlers and Preschool-Age Children with ASD 87

      The Impact of Race, Ethnicity, and Socioeconomic Status on Adaptive Behavior in ASD 89

      Summary 91

      Test Yourself 91

      Six Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Other Neurodevelopmental Disorders 93

      Learning Disabilities 93

      Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 94

      Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 96

      Movement and Motor Disorders 97

      Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) 97

      Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM) 98

      Cerebral Palsy 98

      Tourette’s Syndrome 98

      Epilepsy 99

      Hearing Impairments 100

      Visual Impairments 101

      Speech, Language, and Communication Disorders 102

      Summary 103

      Test Yourself 104

      Seven Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Adults with Neurodevelopmental Disorders 107

      Adaptive Profiles in Adults with Intellectual Disability 108

      Adaptive Profiles in Adults with Genetic Disorders 110

      Down Syndrome 110

      Fragile X Syndrome 111

      Williams Syndrome 112

      Adaptive Behavior Profiles in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder 112

      Adults with Language Impairments 115

      Assessment for Intellectual Disability in Prisoners 116

      The Relationship Between Adaptive Behavior and Residential and Vocational Success 119

      Summary 121

      Test Yourself 121

      Eight The Role of Adaptive Behavior in Treatment and Intervention 123

      Factors to Consider in Developing an Intervention Plan 124

      Identifying Adaptive Behaviors to Target in Intervention 126

      Evidenced-Based Practices for Treating Adaptive Behavior 130

      Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) 130

      Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs) 133

      Social Communication Approaches 134

      Commercial Products 136

      Summary 137

      Test Yourself 138

      Nine Case Samples 141

      Case Sample 1: Individual with Intellectual Disability 141

      Results 142

      Sample Recommendations for Treatment of Adaptive Behavior 144

      Case Sample 2: Individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder 145

      Results 145

      Sample Recommendations for ASD Educational Programming and Adaptive Behavior 148

      Case Sample 3: Individual with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder 149

      Results 149

      Sample Recommendations for Treatment of Adaptive Behavior 153

      Summary 154

      References 157

      About the Authors 183

      Index 185

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