Table 3.
Category | Definition | Examples |
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Communication | Communicative act, with or without a social component | -Vocalizations (including approximations) -Reaching hand out to request |
Social Interaction | Intentional interactive act directed toward parent | -Making direct eye contact -Waving hello to parent |
Cognition | Attempt or demonstration of a cognitive skill | -Putting shape in shape sorter -Counting objects -Identifying colors, letters, shapes, numbers |
Fine Motor | Attempt or demonstration of a fine motor skill | -Winding up toy -Coloring with crayon or marker -Stacking blocks |
Functional and Symbolic Play Skills | Attempt or demonstration of functional or symbolic play skill | -Putting phone to ear -Feeding figurine or doll -Putting spoon, fork, or cup to mouth |
Expression of Refusal or Agreement | Attempt or demonstration of appropriate refusal or agreement behavior | -Pushing aside toy (refusal) -Shaking head (refusal) -Saying “yes” (agreement) |