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What is the prevalence of intellectual and adaptive deficits in the general population?
What is the prevalence of intellectual and adaptive deficits in the general population?
Why has DSM-5 attempted to de-emphasize the importance of IQ scores in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
Why has DSM-5 attempted to de-emphasize the importance of IQ scores in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
How is adaptive functioning quantified in the diagnosis of intellectual and adaptive deficits?
How is adaptive functioning quantified in the diagnosis of intellectual and adaptive deficits?
Which assessment tool is standardized and commonly used to measure adaptive functioning in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
Which assessment tool is standardized and commonly used to measure adaptive functioning in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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What determines the levels of support required for individuals with intellectual and adaptive deficits?
What determines the levels of support required for individuals with intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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In DSM-5, how is the severity of intellectual and adaptive deficits classified?
In DSM-5, how is the severity of intellectual and adaptive deficits classified?
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What is the minimum IQ required for a diagnosis of significantly subaverage intellectual functioning?
What is the minimum IQ required for a diagnosis of significantly subaverage intellectual functioning?
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Which of the following is NOT an area considered for deficits in adaptive functioning according to the DSM-IV-TR Criteria?
Which of the following is NOT an area considered for deficits in adaptive functioning according to the DSM-IV-TR Criteria?
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What is a characteristic of disorders like Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder according to the text?
What is a characteristic of disorders like Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder according to the text?
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What term does the text suggest may be more appropriate than 'childhood disorder' to describe disorders like these?
What term does the text suggest may be more appropriate than 'childhood disorder' to describe disorders like these?
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What kind of developmental interference can disrupt later development?
What kind of developmental interference can disrupt later development?
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Which term is used in the text to describe a misnomer in relation to disorders like Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Which term is used in the text to describe a misnomer in relation to disorders like Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
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What percentage of the population with developmental delays are considered to fall under the category 'Formerly “trainable”'?
What percentage of the population with developmental delays are considered to fall under the category 'Formerly “trainable”'?
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Which category of individuals with developmental delays may have an identified neurological condition and show impairments in sensorimotor functioning in early childhood?
Which category of individuals with developmental delays may have an identified neurological condition and show impairments in sensorimotor functioning in early childhood?
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Which group of individuals with developmental delays is noted to acquire little or no communicative speech and require aid/supervision for motor development and communication skills?
Which group of individuals with developmental delays is noted to acquire little or no communicative speech and require aid/supervision for motor development and communication skills?
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Individuals with developmental delays under which category can perform simple tasks in closely supervised settings and may learn single words and understand simple instructions or gestures?
Individuals with developmental delays under which category can perform simple tasks in closely supervised settings and may learn single words and understand simple instructions or gestures?
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What type of problems during pregnancy and perinatal periods can lead to cognitive impairments in children according to the text?
What type of problems during pregnancy and perinatal periods can lead to cognitive impairments in children according to the text?
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Which of the following factors is NOT listed as a potential predisposing factor for developmental delays in the text?
Which of the following factors is NOT listed as a potential predisposing factor for developmental delays in the text?
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What percentage of individuals with developmental delays is classified under the 'Formerly “educable”' category?
What percentage of individuals with developmental delays is classified under the 'Formerly “educable”' category?
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'Formerly “trainable”' category of individuals with developmental delays are noted to have difficulty perceiving social cues but profit from which type of training according to the text?
'Formerly “trainable”' category of individuals with developmental delays are noted to have difficulty perceiving social cues but profit from which type of training according to the text?
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'Formerly “educable”' individuals with developmental delays typically develop social and communication skills within which age range according to the provided text?
'Formerly “educable”' individuals with developmental delays typically develop social and communication skills within which age range according to the provided text?
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'Formerly “trainable”' individuals with developmental delays achieve which academic level according to the text?
'Formerly “trainable”' individuals with developmental delays achieve which academic level according to the text?
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What age range signifies a mild level of intellectual impairment based on the onset criteria?
What age range signifies a mild level of intellectual impairment based on the onset criteria?
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How does DSM-5 define the severity levels of intellectual and adaptive deficits?
How does DSM-5 define the severity levels of intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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What term is used for a person with an untestable IQ by standard tests in the classification of severity of intellectual impairment?
What term is used for a person with an untestable IQ by standard tests in the classification of severity of intellectual impairment?
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What is the ratio of males to females in the general population with intellectual and adaptive deficits?
What is the ratio of males to females in the general population with intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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Which assessment tool is standardized and commonly used to measure adaptive functioning in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
Which assessment tool is standardized and commonly used to measure adaptive functioning in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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Which assessment method must confirm deficits in intellectual functions for a diagnosis of intellectual disability?
Which assessment method must confirm deficits in intellectual functions for a diagnosis of intellectual disability?
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In the DSM-5 criteria, what are the three domains where adaptive functioning deficits can limit independence?
In the DSM-5 criteria, what are the three domains where adaptive functioning deficits can limit independence?
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What determines the levels of support required for individuals with intellectual and adaptive deficits?
What determines the levels of support required for individuals with intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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What is the requirement for adaptive functioning deficits to be considered in diagnosing intellectual disability?
What is the requirement for adaptive functioning deficits to be considered in diagnosing intellectual disability?
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Why has DSM-5 tried to reduce the emphasis on IQ scores in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
Why has DSM-5 tried to reduce the emphasis on IQ scores in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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What is the approximate prevalence of intellectual and adaptive deficits in the general population?
What is the approximate prevalence of intellectual and adaptive deficits in the general population?
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Which level of severity of intellectual impairment indicates an IQ range from 35-40 to 50-55?
Which level of severity of intellectual impairment indicates an IQ range from 35-40 to 50-55?
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How is adaptive functioning quantified in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
How is adaptive functioning quantified in diagnosing intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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How are adaptive functioning deficits defined in the DSM-5 criteria?
How are adaptive functioning deficits defined in the DSM-5 criteria?
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What percentage of individuals with developmental delays are considered to fall under the category 'Formerly “educable”'?
What percentage of individuals with developmental delays are considered to fall under the category 'Formerly “educable”'?
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What term is considered a misnomer for disorders like Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
What term is considered a misnomer for disorders like Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of disorders like Intellectual Disability and Learning Disorders?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of disorders like Intellectual Disability and Learning Disorders?
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What is the minimum IQ level required for a diagnosis of significantly subaverage intellectual functioning according to DSM-IV-TR Criteria?
What is the minimum IQ level required for a diagnosis of significantly subaverage intellectual functioning according to DSM-IV-TR Criteria?
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Which area is NOT considered for deficits in adaptive functioning according to DSM-IV-TR Criteria for diagnosing intellectual disabilities?
Which area is NOT considered for deficits in adaptive functioning according to DSM-IV-TR Criteria for diagnosing intellectual disabilities?
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In which period do significant brain changes occur in relation to Intellectual Disability and Learning Disorders?
In which period do significant brain changes occur in relation to Intellectual Disability and Learning Disorders?
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What is the prevalence of Intellectual Disability in the general population?
What is the prevalence of Intellectual Disability in the general population?
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Which term is used to refer to the reduction of stigma and inappropriate use in naming Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Which term is used to refer to the reduction of stigma and inappropriate use in naming Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
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What type of neurological condition may be identified in individuals with Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
What type of neurological condition may be identified in individuals with Intellectual Disability, Learning Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
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At approximately what age do individuals classified under 'Formerly “educable”' typically develop social and communication skills?
At approximately what age do individuals classified under 'Formerly “educable”' typically develop social and communication skills?
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Which category of individuals with developmental delays may achieve second-grade level in academic subjects?
Which category of individuals with developmental delays may achieve second-grade level in academic subjects?
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In the general population, what percentage of individuals have intellectual and adaptive deficits?
In the general population, what percentage of individuals have intellectual and adaptive deficits?
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Which group of individuals might have an identified neurological condition and display considerable impairments in sensorimotor functioning in early childhood?
Which group of individuals might have an identified neurological condition and display considerable impairments in sensorimotor functioning in early childhood?
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What is a common feature of individuals classified under 'Formerly “trainable”' with developmental delays?
What is a common feature of individuals classified under 'Formerly “trainable”' with developmental delays?
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Which group of individuals with developmental delays are noted to adapt well to life in the community, usually in supervised settings?
Which group of individuals with developmental delays are noted to adapt well to life in the community, usually in supervised settings?
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What percentage of individuals with developmental delays can be primarily biological, psychosocial, or both according to the text?
What percentage of individuals with developmental delays can be primarily biological, psychosocial, or both according to the text?
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'Formerly “trainable”' individuals with developmental delays may face difficulties in which life aspect during adolescence?
'Formerly “trainable”' individuals with developmental delays may face difficulties in which life aspect during adolescence?
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Which factor can cause more gross abnormalities when used during the first trimester according to the text?
Which factor can cause more gross abnormalities when used during the first trimester according to the text?
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What is a characterized symptom of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) according to the text?
What is a characterized symptom of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) according to the text?
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Which birth complication is NOT listed as a risk factor for cognitive and behavioral disorders in newborns?
Which birth complication is NOT listed as a risk factor for cognitive and behavioral disorders in newborns?
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What is the most severe category of intellectual disability mentioned in the text?
What is the most severe category of intellectual disability mentioned in the text?
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What is a common characteristic of individuals with intellectual disabilities, according to the text?
What is a common characteristic of individuals with intellectual disabilities, according to the text?
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Which factor is NOT identified as a common predisposing factor for developmental delays according to the text?
Which factor is NOT identified as a common predisposing factor for developmental delays according to the text?
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What is a common symptom of intellectual disability in children according to the text?
What is a common symptom of intellectual disability in children according to the text?
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