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What is a defining characteristic of developmental disabilities?
What is a defining characteristic of developmental disabilities?
- They are always temporary conditions.
- They can occur in individuals over the age of 22.
- They are attributable to either mental or physical impairment. (correct)
- They are limited to mobility issues.
At what age does the onset of a developmental disability typically begin?
At what age does the onset of a developmental disability typically begin?
- After the age of 20
- Before the age of 22 (correct)
- At any age during childhood
- Before the age of 25
Which of the following is NOT a functional limitation associated with developmental disabilities?
Which of the following is NOT a functional limitation associated with developmental disabilities?
- Communication
- Higher cognitive functioning (correct)
- Mobility
- Self-care
Which statement is true regarding the relationship between intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities?
Which statement is true regarding the relationship between intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities?
Which area is NOT commonly assessed for functional limitations in individuals with developmental disabilities?
Which area is NOT commonly assessed for functional limitations in individuals with developmental disabilities?
Which of the following is considered a functional limitation associated with developmental disabilities?
Which of the following is considered a functional limitation associated with developmental disabilities?
All individuals with developmental disabilities have an intellectual disability.
All individuals with developmental disabilities have an intellectual disability.
What is the age by which developmental disabilities typically begin?
What is the age by which developmental disabilities typically begin?
Developmental disabilities are often associated with limitations in areas such as communication, self-care, and _________.
Developmental disabilities are often associated with limitations in areas such as communication, self-care, and _________.
Match the following areas of life activity with their definitions:
Match the following areas of life activity with their definitions:
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Areas of life activity
Areas of life activity
These abilities are considered fundamental for functioning in everyday life and involve skills like self-care, communication, learning, mobility, self-direction, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency.
Functional limitations
Functional limitations
This means an individual might have trouble with three or more of these essential skills, impacting their capacity for independence.
Developmental Disabilities: Onset and Duration
Developmental Disabilities: Onset and Duration
Developmental disabilities begin before a person turns 22 and are likely to affect them throughout their life. This means they are often present from childhood and continue into adulthood.
Developmental Disabilities: Causes
Developmental Disabilities: Causes
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Relationship: Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities
Relationship: Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities
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Developmental Disability
Developmental Disability
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Intellectual Disability
Intellectual Disability
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Personal Meaning
Personal Meaning
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Public Meaning
Public Meaning
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Study Notes
Types of Meanings
- Personal meaning: A meaning specific and individual to a person.
- Public meaning: A meaning shared and common within a specific community or group.
- Critical meaning: A meaning that prompts reflection and analysis.
- Definitional meaning: A meaning based on precise definitions and descriptions.
Developmental Disabilities
- Characterized by severe and chronic conditions.
- Result from mental or physical impairments.
- Begin before age 22.
- Expected to continue indefinitely.
- Impact various areas of daily life.
- Key areas impacted include:
- Self-care
- Communication (expressive and receptive language)
- Learning
- Mobility
- Self-direction
- Capacity for independent living
- Economic self-sufficiency
- Functional limitations exist in at least 3 major areas of life activity.
- All individuals with intellectual disabilities have developmental disabilities, but not all individuals with developmental disabilities have intellectual disabilities.
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This quiz explores the various types of meanings—personal, public, critical, and definitional—as they relate to developmental disabilities. It covers key characteristics, impacts on daily life, and the distinctions between intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities. Test your understanding of these important concepts!
