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How many kinds of retardation is there?
Mental retardation has different levels. There is Mild intellectual disability; moderate intellectual disability; severe intellectual disability; and Profound intellectual disability.https://www.floridahospital.com/mental-retardation-mr/symptoms-and-signs-mental-retardation
How does mild mental retardation compare to profound mental retardation?
Mildly retarded people can live alone if necessary and often get married. Profoundly retarded people need caring in their whole life.
What are the four degrees of mental retardation?
The old and still popular terms were adjusted downward from normal- Moron ( high and low grade) Imbecile, and Idiot. for some reason Moron and Idiot remain in popular usage but imbecile, even in slang usage is rarely used.
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 term best describes the loss of mental ability to understand sensory stimuli?
Cognitive impairment is the term that best describes the loss of mental ability to understand sensory stimuli.
Did Walt Whitman ever have a mild retardation?
There is no evidence to suggest that Walt Whitman had any form of mental retardation. He was a celebrated American poet known for his profound work, particularly in free verse poetry.
Does over-study causes mental retardation?
Overstudy does not cause mental retardation.
Why are the term cognitive impairment or cognitively challenged preferred over the term mental retardation for children with autism or down syndrome?
It is more accurate.
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
When is it necessary to consult with a neurologist or neuropsychologist in the diagnosis of mental retardation?
It may be necessary to consult with a neurologist or neuropsychologist in the diagnosis of mental retardation when there are complex neurological or cognitive issues that require specialized assessment. They can provide valuable insights into brain function and help identify underlying causes or contributing factors to the individual's cognitive impairments. Working together, they can offer a comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan for individuals with mental retardation.
