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No. They can cover different types of conditions. A retarded person often has learning difficulties, whereas mental disorders are more psychological and don't always impair the intelligence of a person.
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Mental retardation caused by what disorders is often apparent from infancy?
If retardation is caused by chromosomal or other genetic disorders, it is often apparent from infancy.
What maternal illnesses can cause mental retardation in infants?
Maternal infections and such illnesses as glandular disorders, rubella, toxoplasmosis, and cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection may cause mental retardation
What has the author Ludwick Szymanski written?
Ludwick Szymanski has written: 'Mental Retardation & Genetic Disorders'
What has the author Steven B Coker written?
Steven B. Coker has written: 'Developmental delay and mental retardation' -- subject(s): Child Development Disorders, Developmental disabilities, Diagnosis, Mental retardation, Therapy
What is the prognosis of SBS?
Those who do not die may experience permanent blindness, mental retardation, seizure disorders, or loss of motor control
Is the word retard the same as retardation?
no. someone can be called a retard which is slang for someone having mental retardation or is developmentally disabled.
Does over-study causes mental retardation?
Overstudy does not cause mental retardation.
How common is mental retardation?
TThere are quite high as it comes in different types of mental retardation.
Exposure to what element can cause mental retardation?
Exposure to lead can also cause mental retardation.
Can you give me a literature review on mental retardation and depression?
literature review on mental retardation with reference
What has the author Peter Sturmey written?
Peter Sturmey has written: 'Psychometric assessment of psychiatric disorders in people with learning difficulties (mental handicap)' 'Clinical and counseling practice' -- subject(s): Psychotherapy, Counseling, Practice 'Mood Disorders in People with Mental Retardation'
For what purposes is electroencephalography used?
diagnosis and management of epilepsy and other seizure disorders. It is also used to assist in the diagnosis of brain damage and diseases such as strokes, tumors, encephalitis, mental retardation, and sleep disorders.
