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Most states would consider that to be mentally challenged.
A moron is someone who is mentally retarded to a certain extent but can still function in a society. An idiot is more severely retarded and is incapable of functioning. Such terms are not used today and are considered politically incorrect.
"Mentally challenged" is a euphemism for mentally retarded, or having a low IQ or mental disabilities this means that someone who would be mentally challenged wouldn't do as well as their classmates. when your not physically disabled (wheelchair)
You were either born with it (due to genetics), or you have suffered some kind of brain injury as a result of trauma or lack of Oxygen. Even people with dementia and Traumatic Brain Injury later in life can resemble someone who's "retarded". Personally, I prefer the term "mentally disabled".
Someone in England in 1489 or earlier first wrote it as a verb but it wasn't until about 1895 that the idea of retarded meaning mentally slow finally caught on.
Special needs is the politically correct term for someone who is mentally, emotionally, or physically challenged. In the past, hurtful people would say retarded.
Psychologists can give the abnormal Denver developmental screening test to determine the amount of retardation.
Yes there are tests that a psychologist can administer to determine if someone is retarded and how severe the problem is.
No, it is not true. It's a shame to think that someone could ask this question. If a person has an IQ score under 70, they are considered mentally retarded.
No, it is never ok to pick on or make fun of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Everyone deserves respect and kindness, regardless of their abilities. It is important to be understanding, empathetic, and inclusive towards all individuals.
"Loosu" in Tamil can be translated to "crazy" or "silly" in English, depending on the context it is used in. It is a colloquial term often used to describe someone or something in a light-hearted or teasing manner.
In the movie, play and book "Flowers for Algernon," the lead character was what used to be called "mentally retarded." Pulling a Charlie Gordon meant that someone made a foolish mistake, or did something stupid.