The Evolution of Intellectual Disability Terminology

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

What was the term used for those with severe cognitive deficits during the early times?

  • Intellectually disabled
  • Imbecile
  • Idiots (correct)
  • Mentally retarded

What is the current term used for individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  • Imbecility
  • Cognitive impairment
  • Intellectual disability (correct)
  • Mental retardation

What is the IQ range of the majority of children with mild intellectual disability?

  • 75 to 90
  • 90 to 105
  • 55 to 75 (correct)
  • 40 to 55

What does an IQ test measure?

<p>Cognitive abilities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

More Like This

Intellectual Disabilities
12 questions
Intellectual Disabilities Overview
16 questions

Intellectual Disabilities Overview

StatuesqueIambicPentameter avatar
StatuesqueIambicPentameter
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser