Avancemos Juntos Texas: Ayuda para niños con discapacidad y necesidades especiales
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A developmental disability is a chronic disability present before the age of 22 that can include cognitive or physical limitations or a combination of both. It can cause certain areas of life to be difficult. These areas may include speaking, moving, learning and taking care of oneself. It is likely to last all of one's life.
A congenital disorder (many times referred to as a genetic disorder) results in a disability present at birth. Congenital disorders are usually genetic disorders, or caused by differences in the genome or DNA. For many congenital disorders, it can be difficult to identify the exact cause.
An intellectual disability is a significant limitation in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior that occurs before the age of 22. Intellectual functioning is the ability to learn, reason, and problem solve.
A learning disability is a condition that makes it hard for a person to learn in a typical manner. These areas include but are not limited to math, reading, writing, problem-solving, reasoning, planning, etc.
A medical condition is one that needs ongoing care from a medical professional.
A mental health disorder is a medical condition. It may cause problems with a person's thinking, feeling or mood. It can also affect a person's ability to relate to others. A mental health disorder may also make it difficult for a person to deal with everyday life.
A physical disability makes it hard for a person to move or perform everyday activities. It may affect a person's energy level or how easy it is for them to do certain tasks. A physical disability might also require a special technology, service, or medication, or restrict the kinds of activities a person would like to do.
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