*Expanded deck! Flashcards
1
Q
Describe capabilities of someone with mild retardation
A
Able to develop social and communication skills during childhood
Acquire about a 6th grade level of academic skills
Able to work and live independently as adults
2
Q
What percentage of mental retardation population is mild?
A
85%
3
Q
What percentage of mental retardation population is moderate?
A
10%
4
Q
What percentage of mental retardation population is severe?
A
3-4%
5
Q
What percentage of mental retardation population is profound?
A
1-2%
6
Q
Under what conditions might a psychologist terminate therapy?
A
It becomes reasonably clear that a client…
No longer needs services
Is unlikely to benefit
Or is being harmed by continued services