Mental Retardation Learning Center
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Symptoms
Continued infantile behavior; Decreased learning ability; Failure to meet intellectual developmental markers; Inabili...
Causes
Mental retardation affects about 1 - 3% of the population. There are many causes of mental retardation, but doctors f...
Tests
Abnormal Denver developmental screening test; Adaptive behavior score below average; Development way below that of pe...
Treatments
The primary goal of treatment is to develop the person's potential to the fullest. Special education and training may...
Complications
Complications vary. They may include: Inability to care for self; Inability to interact with others appropriately; So...
Prevention
Genetic: Prenatal screening for genetic defects and genetic counseling for families at risk for known heritable disor...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: You have any concerns about your child's development; You notice that your child's...
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