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Rhythm and the Neurological Plexuses: Better Understanding Autism to Enhance Therapy Interventions; Part 2

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1.  Sara is a middle school student who sometimes becomes anxious and nervous. She becomes uncomfortable when asked to participate in group activities. Sara also experiences poor emotional regulation becoming easily upset. She feels like her emotions often take over her every day functioning. Her occupational therapist suggested a few activities to address these concerns. Which of the following activities may have been a suggestion of Sara's therapist? She suggested Sara attempt to taste different types of food. She had Sara swing on a swing set for 15 minutes. Sara should explore home school to decrease socialization. She and Sara performed a yoga activity.

2.  Jacob has a lot of challenges playing with his peers. He will attempt to engage with them yet continues to display poor interaction. He will quickly become upset and emotional during games if he loses. While he wants to engage with his peers, his emotional dysregulation continues to stand in his way. Based on the Self-Regulation and Mindfulness 7-level Hierarchy, which statement best describes Jacob? Cognitive mindfulness Belonging and social acceptance Self-esteem Safety and self-preservation

3.  Based on the Self-regulation and Mindfulness 7-Level Hierarchy, an activity involving a child playing with cold ice to address arousal would be at what level? Higher level Midlevel Foundational level None of the above

4.  The Self-regulation and Mindfulness program utilizes a radio dial as an example for children to understand arousal. Based upon the program, what best describes the term 'quiet'? Low arousal Just Right High arousal In the middle

5.  Utilizing the CSI method, those working with children having Autism should consider the following: The lighting, seating, sounds Teaching methods Behavioral strategies Cognitive skills

6.  Hydration and Oral Motor activities are important interventions because: They are a good distraction to get the child's attention They can be used as reinforcers for positive behavior They can address the autonomic nervous system and arousal They help develop speech and executive functioning

7.  Reflecting on the CSI method, ______ is an under addressed sensory area that must be acknowledged when working with children with Autism. Vision Auditory Tactile Olfactory

8.  Reflecting on the CSI method, ______ could assist in addressing sleep-wake cycles. Massage Light Temperature Movement

9.  Utilizing metronome and timing activities can: Address neuronal oscillations Put a child to sleep Improve visual skills Develop motor ability

10.  Right/Left brain activities address: Tactile processing Arousal and attention Bilateral integration Both B and C