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Functional behavior assessment

A functional behavior assessment is a structured process for identifying what happens before and after a behavior and what purpose it may serve.

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Running away or leaving a safe area without permission

Running away or leaving a safe area without permission

What the behavior can mean The phrase covers several different patterns. A young child may wander because curiosity, limited danger awareness, and immature impulse control exceed their ability to follow boundaries. A child with autism, intellectual disability, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, epilepsy, sleep disorders, communication difficulties, or sensory-seeking behavior may leave a safe area without fully understanding […]