Running Head: Cognitive Impairments The definition of mental retardation is made up of three classifications. The onset must be recognized before the age of 18, the individual must show deficits in adaptive behavior and have a sub-average intellectual level. (Wong, D., 1995) General intellectual function is determined by IQ, which is measured with one or more standardized and individually administered intelligence tests. Mental retardation is not based solely on IQ. Adaptive function must be significantly impaired as …showed first 75 words of 3052 total…

…showed last 75 words of 3052 total…have advanced the plan of care, it was a very good program that provided for the emotional, physical, and psychological support for the student and all family members. This experience has helped me realize that children with mental retardation all have their own unique personalities and feelings in spite of their cognitive impairments. It has also opened my eyes to see how special children are and how very individualistic personalities differ in all age groups.