In the described view, health conditions are assessed based on which type of consequences?

• A. External Observable and Measurable Consequences Only
• B. Internal Experiences Only
• C. Genetic Predispositions
• D. Subjective Reports

Answer: (A)

Health conditions are assessed by external, observable, and measurable consequences in a child’s behavior and function. The focus is on what can be seen and quantified—things like how often a behavior occurs, how long a child can stay engaged, or whether a task is completed successfully—rather than what the child feels or reports inwardly. Internal experiences aren’t the basis for diagnosing the condition in this view, because they aren’t directly verifiable through observation. Genetic predispositions might influence risk, but they don’t define the current health status through observable outcomes. Subjective reports can add context, but the primary information comes from objective, observable data.