Mental Retardation
Individuals with mental retardation develop at a slower rate than their
peers and experience some unique challenges in the areas of learning,
social adjustment, and independent living skills. Individuals with mental
retardation require the same basic services that all people need for normal
development. These services include education, vocational preparation,
health services, recreation, and emotional support. Like all individuals,
people with mental retardation require a supportive family and/or social
network for optimal development.
Mental retardation includes a very wide range of abilities. Some individuals
can develop the vocational and social skills necessary for their own support,
while others may remain fully dependent upon others to satisfy their daily
needs.
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