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What is the association between mental retardation and cerebral palsy?
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About one-third of individuals with CP have moderate-to-severe mental retardation, one-third have mild mental retardation, and one-third have normal intelligence.
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What causes mental retardation and blindness?
cerebral palsy
Every Cerebral palsy comes under mental retardation or not?
No. There are people who have Cerebral Palsy who have normal intelligence.
What does the American Association on Mental Retardation classification system focus upon?
The American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR) classification system focuses on the capabilities of the retarded individual rather than on the limitations.
How does cerebral palsy affects the mind?
Generally no but in some severe cases mental retardation is associated with the condition.
What percentage of infants with infantile spasms suffer mental retardation?
Mental retardation occurs in 70-90% of persons with infantile spasms, usually involving severe to profound retardation. Other neurological deficits, such as cerebral palsy, may be seen in about 30-50% of patients.
What is the contact information for the American Association on Mental Retardation?
American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR). 444 North Capitol St., NW, Suite 846, Washington, D.C. 20001-1512. (800) 424-3688. http://www.aamr.org.
What are complications of Hartnup disease?
Mental retardation, cerebral ataxia (muscle weakness), and delirium (a confused, agitated, delusional state)
What are some long-term effects of shaken baby syndrome?
long term effects can be mental retardation or also can have cerebral palsy
What are some long term effects of shaken baby syndrome?
long term effects can be mental retardation or also can have cerebral palsy
Does over-study causes mental retardation?
Overstudy does not cause mental retardation.
What has the author William Sloan written?
William Sloan has written: 'A century of concern' -- subject(s): American Association on Mental Deficiency, History, Mental retardation, People with mental disabilities
How common is mental retardation?
TThere are quite high as it comes in different types of mental retardation.
