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Which of these are characteristic of developmental disabilities?
Which of these are characteristic of developmental disabilities?
- Refers to functional limitations in 3 or more major areas of life activity (correct)
- Involves only a physical impairment
- Begins after an individual reaches the age of 22
- Is not chronic
Which of the following is NOT a functional limitation that could indicate developmental disability?
Which of the following is NOT a functional limitation that could indicate developmental disability?
- Emotional regulation (correct)
- Self-care
- Learning
- Mobility
What is the relationship between intellectual disability and developmental disability?
What is the relationship between intellectual disability and developmental disability?
- All people with a developmental disability have an intellectual disability.
- Intellectual disability is a consequence of developmental disability.
- Intellectual disability and developmental disability are interchangeable terms.
- All people with an intellectual disability have a developmental disability. (correct)
Which of the following statements best describes the severity of developmental disabilities?
Which of the following statements best describes the severity of developmental disabilities?
What does "indefinitely" mean in the context of developmental disabilities?
What does "indefinitely" mean in the context of developmental disabilities?
All individuals with a developmental disability are considered to have an intellectual disability.
All individuals with a developmental disability are considered to have an intellectual disability.
Developmental disabilities can begin after the age of 22.
Developmental disabilities can begin after the age of 22.
Functional limitations must occur in at least four major areas of life activity to indicate a developmental disability.
Functional limitations must occur in at least four major areas of life activity to indicate a developmental disability.
Economic self-sufficiency is one of the areas that can be impacted by developmental disabilities.
Economic self-sufficiency is one of the areas that can be impacted by developmental disabilities.
Activities such as self-care and communication are not impacted by developmental disabilities.
Activities such as self-care and communication are not impacted by developmental disabilities.
Flashcards
Communication (Expressive and Receptive Language)
Communication (Expressive and Receptive Language)
Refers to the ability to understand and use language, both in expressing oneself and in understanding others.
Self-Care
Self-Care
Refers to the skills needed to manage daily activities such as dressing, eating, and personal hygiene.
Learning
Learning
Refers to the ability to learn new skills and knowledge.
Mobility
Mobility
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Self-Direction
Self-Direction
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Personal Meaning
Personal Meaning
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Public Meaning
Public Meaning
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Critical Meaning
Critical Meaning
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Definitional Meaning
Definitional Meaning
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Developmental Disability
Developmental Disability
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Study Notes
Meanings of Developmental Disabilities
- Personal, public, critical, and definitional meanings of developmental disabilities are mentioned, but specific details about how these meanings relate to the condition are not provided.
Developmental Disabilities
- Defined as severe and chronic conditions.
- Believed to be attributable to mental or physical impairment.
- Begins before the individual turns 22 years old.
- Expected to continue indefinitely.
- Involves limitations in several key areas of life, including self-care, communication (expressive and receptive language), learning, mobility, self-direction, capacity for independent living, and economic self-sufficiency.
- Individuals must have functional limitations in at least three major areas of life activity.
- Key Distinction: All individuals with an intellectual disability also have a developmental disability; however, not all individuals with a developmental disability have an intellectual disability.
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Description
Explore the key definitions and characteristics of developmental disabilities. This quiz covers essential aspects, including the implications for self-care, communication, and independent living. It highlights the distinctions between developmental disabilities and intellectual disabilities.
