what do doctors say about mental retardation?
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Mental retardation is likely (1) when the child is in the womb of the mother.The Mother eats/drinks something or smokes too much or gets infected with some diseases/unknown to her, that damages the foetus and results in brain retardation. (2) when the child is born there is too much noise/light (children born during World Wars in warring countries suffer mental retardation) or the whole town/suburbs is infected with plague/dengue/bird flu,etc.,etc. (3) the child suffers a physical accident during his growth resulting in shock/mental retardation or even when as an adult he gets a shock(adultery in spouse/financial fraud on his Bank/Cash account, he goes into mental retardation.
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Ever do drugs? \n\nI'd get a second opinion, if I were you...just in case. \n\nUnexplained mental problems are nothing to mess around with. This really is something that only a doctor should give you advice on, nobody here is qualified to give you a diagnosis regardless of their profession. It would be nothing but speculation and you really need to be checked out in person.
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Mentally challenged, how? Do you mean IDEA-defined Mental Retardation (overall slow learner, also with difficulties learning communication and/or life skills)? Or are you looking at someone with learning disabilities (normal intelligence but extreme difficulty with one or more areas of academics)?\n\nIf you mean MR, you should look at the following sites for a better understanding of what MR is about:\nhttp://www.thearc.org/\nhttp://www.aamr.org/\nhttp://www.nichcy.org/pubs/factshe/fs8txt.htm#whatis\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001523.htm\n\nIf you mean Learning Disabled, you should look at the following sites:\nhttp://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/learning_problem/learning_disabilities.html\nhttp://www.ldonline.org/\nhttp://www.ncld.org/\n\nAs far as "activities" are concerned, for MR you should look at their mental age (NOT their current chronological age), and their next step in the developmental ladder. For instance, a 15 year old with the mental age of a 5 year old will be attracted to activities and games targeting kindergarden/first grade level.\n\n"Activities" for LD kids are the same as for their same-age peers, with modifications to support them if academic skills are needed. A 15 year old with LD in reading/writing, would be interested in any activity the other 15 year olds are doing. However, if there are written instructions, he/she would need the directions read to him/her.
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AUTISM IS NOT A FORM OF MENTAL RETARDATION!  I hate it when people do not know what they are talking about and answer anyway.\nAutism is a developmental disorder that causes very specific characteristics in areas of learning.  In order to qualify for and educational diagnosis of autism, you must present certain characteristics.  They range from social communication delays, to language deficits, to engaging in repetive or ritualistic behaviors.  Children with autism can also have sensory issues.  All of these characteristics affect their learning.  While some children with autism do present mental retardation, many are not cognitively impaired.  There are people with autism in college.  There are people with autism who have advanced degrees and are fully functional adults. No one knows what causes autism although there are a lot of theories and research out there.  The most current and promising reason is believed to be a combination of environmental and genetic factors.  Links in families have been found, such as siblings, cousins and twins having autism. It is now believed there are two types; one starting at birth, and the more common known type where there is a regression of skills around 24 months of age.\nWhat does autism do to children?  It makes it difficult for them to communicate with peers and adults since many have speech and language problems.  They also have difficulty with social skills and will avoid contact with people.  They have difficultly learning about the world around them since most information is presented auditorily and children with autism learn much information visually.  They can also get "wrapped up" in ritulistic or repetetive behaviors.  It is currently believed that these behaviors help autistic children cope with anxiety which is another common problem.  The anxiety be for many different reasons.  These children can learn.  The trick is using the child's strengths and building on them.\n\n\nVisit autismspeaks.org for more info or the Centers for Disease Control website.
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It is easier to say you have a medical condition than to admit your child or you are stupid
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Ask your physician. If you ask for translations of your doctors notes here, you'll only get guesses from people who probably have little or no medical background. And you'll get answers that will only make you more anxious. When it comes to your health and mental well being, you need to have GOOD, ACCURATE information. Give your doctors office a call. You are scheduled for more imaging to get a better picture of what you are dealing with. Whatever you do, stay calm, and don't think the worst. Wait for the results of your tests, and listen to your physician.
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Mild Mental Retardation, (IQ between 50-55 to approx. 70), according to the DSM-IV-TR this group constitues about 85% of those with mental retardation
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I have worked with individuals with mental disabilities and it is no different than taking care of yourself.  I was taught to treat them like they are normal like myself.  Once you get to know the individuals, then it is easier.  You will know their wants and needs even though some of them can't relay a message.  Your question needs to be a little specific.  Their are all types of individuals with mental disabilities who need to be cared for differently.  For instance some are in wheelchairs and can't do anything, others can walk, talk, but a little slow.  When I went into this job, I didn't need to go to school, just mostly was hands on learning.  The most important information you need to know is CPR, basic first aid training, fire safety training, how to maintain yourself in a crisis, and most importantly how to deal with all types of behavior.
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To determine your feelings could take time as they have to familiarise themselves with you and your experiences. This take time a lot longer than you have given. If you can't answer it yourself how can they answer it after a few sessions?\n\nLearning disabilities however could be discovered by someone else in schools whether primary, secondary or colleges. People are appointed there to carry out little tests to determine this. Again it depends on the nature of the disability. Consult your doctor on this matter again.\nRequesting definite answers. Remember it is your well-being and health at stake! Control the situation. \n\nYou don't sound happy with your current psychiatrist maybe you should ask to be referred to someone else as the process needs an element of comfort-ability between you two.
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No test like that is hugely accurate.... so I wouldn't suggest worrying about it.\n\nThen again, I wouldn't suggest worrying about it even if it was. If you still have full reasoning capability and can function like a normal human being (get the opinions of peers) then there isn't really much of a problem.... no matter what conditions they say you have. \n\nLike I said though.... those things aren't exactly the be-all and end-all of mental condition diagnosis.... Forget about it if it suits you.\n\n[Incidentally... some of those tend to be... mutually exclusive.]
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I wonder what the doctor said..\n\nMaybe you should fine another doctor.  One the specialize in that.\n\nGood luck.
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There is a difference between mentally ill people and mrdd people.you should research on the internet to find out about how to get licensed and what kind of insurance state funding ect... i work in a group home for mrdd in Ohio and i love my job. i did work with mental patients also. I like the work it is so rewarding. good luck to you!
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Probably with the answers within the Mental Health section. Those give several opinions about a variety of issues and experience with different prescription and herbal medicines.
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Mentally/physically challenged children are placed in Special Education classes as well as Mainstream. Some also have emotional behavior disorders. Each child's particular challenge may vary from the next child's. One child may have Down's Syndrome while another is Autistic.\n\nSometimes they work together on projects and sometimes they work alone.  Sometimes the assistant teachers work one on one with these kids.  They may watch movies. Some may eat lunch inside the classroom.  The teacher may help feed them or help them to the bathroom. Some may be walked to the cafeteria or to a certain class by a teacher. Some are able to walk to a mainstream class alone.They are also escorted to their own buses.  A physical therapist may visit the classroom to work with these children.\n\nFor two years, I  worked with these kids from first grade through twelfth grade as a Subsitute Teacher's Aide.  I do not know if the school has special classes for the preschoolers or kindergartners as I was never assigned to any.
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Try talking to your doctor and see what he has to say.
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(I just wrote you a book and then erased it) \n         Functionally is mild to moderate retardation. Are you wondering because you want to know what to expect or is there a better way of meeting his needs? How many developmental evaluations has he had? When was the most recent? \n        Developmenyal Delay is a blanket term for young children. That diagnosis  changes to mild , moderate, or severe Mental Retardation at a certain age. Functional means that he can function (severe children need tremendous help every day). Function to what degree, do you wonder?? I can tell you what I know.
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I think that people are retarded because of problems with their genetics, or because of bad choices mothers make while pregnant.  \nOriginally, when man was first created, there was no sin in the world and everything was perfect (spiritually, physically and genetically)  When sin entered the world, through the choices of original man) that began a downward slide (spiritually, physically, genetically) that we are continuing to feel the effects of today.   I hope I answered your question, if not, maybe read The Case for a Creator by Lee Strobel, maybe that'll help