Developmental Disabilities
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"Developmental Disability" is a term used to describe conditions attributed to a mental or physical impairment discovered early in life and likely to continue throughout life. The disability results in functional limitations in major life activities such as self-care, language development, learning, mobility, independent living, and vocational activities. The person with a disability often needs life-long supports, treatment, or other services.
People with a disability may have a diagnosis such as a cerebral palsy, spinal bifida, down syndrome, mental retardation, epilepsy, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, mental health problems, etc. In addition, people with a developmental disability may exhibit learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, speech or language difficulties, muscle spasms resulting in movement trouble, sensory problems or other disorders.
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People with developmental disabilities…
- Require personal care
- Have difficulty speaking, learning and moving
- Have limitations being independent
Have limitations in learning and maintaining vocational activities
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