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Peer reviewedGershen, Jay Alan – Mental Retardation, 1975
The literature review focuses on psychosocial aspects of galactosemia (an inborn metabolic error which, if untreated, may lead to retardation or death). (Author/CL)
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Diseases, Etiology, Exceptional Child Research
Peer reviewedBosch, Joni; And Others – Mental Retardation, 1997
This descriptive study of 25 patients (ages 3 to 35) with severe/profound mental retardation and self-injurious behavior (SIB) found that 7 patients had previously undiagnosed medical conditions likely to cause pain or discomfort. Six of the seven patients experienced decreased SIB with treatment of their medical conditions. Results support the…
Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Diseases, Etiology, Intervention
Peer reviewedHopkins, Karen M. – Mental Retardation, 1989
Young children with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) of perinatal origin often present with increasing medical and developmental problems after the first half year of life. Most eventually require foster care; some are integrated in intervention or preschool services; others are in segregated educational programs. Family supports and specialized…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Confidentiality, Delivery Systems, Developmental Disabilities
