intellectual disability
noun
Note: The term intellectual disability is now preferred over mental retardation in medical, educational, and regulatory contexts, as well as in general use. The term mental retardation is increasingly considered offensive, though it was the dominant term into the second decade of the current century.
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Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Earlier this year, Farrell launched the Colin Farrell Foundation to provide support for families who have adult children living with intellectual disabilities.
—Lianne Kolirin, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Proceeds benefit programs at GiGi's Playhouse Charlotte which helps those with intellectual disabilities.
—Alexis Clinton, Axios, 10 Oct. 2024
Later infection can lead to congenital health problems for the baby, including intellectual disability, seizures, blindness and more.
—Mustafa Fattah, NBC News, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Intellectual disability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intellectual%20disability. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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intellectual disability
nounNote: The term intellectual disability is now preferred over mental retardation in medical, educational, and regulatory contexts, as well as in general use. The term mental retardation is increasingly considered offensive, though it was the dominant term into the second decade of the current century.
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