Question

Joslyn has severe autism and exhibits several repetitive self-injurious behaviors. To address these behaviors, Joslyn's parents and teachers are engaging in a functional behavioral assessment. Which of the following is an intended outcome of this assessment process?a. To determine if Joslyn qualifies for special education with the label of autism.b. To determine the purpose of Joslyn's self-injurious behaviors.c. To develop a system of punishing Joslyn when she exhibits such behaviors.d. To increase Joslyn's academic skills so the negative behaviors will subside.

Answer 1

B. To determine the purpose of Joslyn's self-injurious behaviors

Step-by-step explanation:

Joslyn's parents and teachers should determine the purpose of Joslyn's self-injurious behaviors with the functional behavioral assessment. If they can determine what triggers her self-injurious behavior, they would be able to stop her from injuring herself by avoiding what triggers it or by working with the cause.