Intellectual Disability
Scope Note:
Intellectual functioning that is two or more standard deviations below the mean (usually below 70 IQ range), concurrent with deficits in adaptive behavior, and manifested during the developmental period. Prior to 2015, "Mental Retardation" was used to index this concept. (Note: Use a more specific term if possible)
Category: Disabilities
Added to ERIC: 1/1/2008