adaptive skills

collocation in English

meaningsofadaptiveandskill

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adaptive
adjective
uk
/əˈdæp.tɪv/us
/əˈdæp.tɪv/
having an ability to change to suit ...
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skill
noun[C or U]
uk
/skɪl/us
/skɪl/
an ability to do an activity or job well, especially because you have ...
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(Definition ofadaptiveandskillfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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Behavior theorists see delaying gratification as anadaptiveskill.
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In early human development two comparable adaptive skills emerge: the abilities to identify and label emotion cues in expressive behavior and in various contexts.
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Thus, they must have high adaptive value and increase adaptive skills in wakefulness.
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These adaptive skills become even more sophisticated as the child hones defenses over time.
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However, in other cases, behaviorally inhibited children may develop adaptive skills that assist with the display of more socially appropriate behavior as they get older.
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Yet another problem with the performance of adaptive skills could arise from a disruption in the family training process that encourages the adoption and performance of those skills.
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The hiring chef might assess the trial cook's adaptive skills in the new kitchen and how they interact with other staff in the restaurant.
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Produce engineers with the strong education foundation and the adaptive skills to serve rapidly evolving technological industries. 2.
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To measure adaptive skills, professionals use adaptive behavior scales that have been normed on individuals with and without disabilities.
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Many individuals need almost constant guidance and assistance due to behavioral or mental health problems, a lack of adaptive skills, major medical issues, and absence of family support.
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