Adaptive Behavior Case Study Summary

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Mrs. Harding completed a Vineland-3 questionnaire designed for parents or caregivers. Her responses indicate that Brendan’s overall adaptive behavior is Moderately Low Compared to same age children. His Adaptive Behavior Composite (ABC) score is 71 (3rd percentile).

Brendan’s communication abilities fell as a strength in comparison to his other domains measured on the Vineland-3. The Communication Domain measured his receptive, expressive, and written skills. He obtain an adequate score of 96 (39th percentile). Brendan could receptively understand and respond appropriately to information from others, expressively use of words and sentences to express himself verbally, and convey himself using reading and writing skills.

The Daily Living Skills domain measured Brendan's performance of the practical, everyday tasks of living that are appropriate for his age. He obtained a Low score of 66 (1st percentile); suggesting weaknesses and below age expectations for his age. Mrs. Harding reported difficulties with his level of self-sufficiency in such areas as eating, dressing, washing, hygiene, and health care. He demonstrates significantly low domestic skills (e.g. cleaning up after himself, chores, and food preparation). Lastly, Brendan has difficulty with his functioning in the world outside the home, including safety, using money, travel, and rights and responsibilities.
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The domain reflects his functioning in social situations. He obtained a Low score of 54 (<1st percentile). Brendan demonstrates difficulties with his Interpersonal Relationships; such as responding and relating to others through appropriate friendships, social appropriateness, and conversation. There were also concerns were reported in how he engages in play and fun activities with others. His Coping Skills suggests difficulties with behavioral and emotional control in different situations involving

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