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Peer reviewedThatcher, R. W.; Lester, M. L. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1985
The article reviews experimental data on the deleterious effects of environmental lead and cadmium on cognitive functioning of children. (CL)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Disabilities, Environmental Influences, Lead Poisoning
Peer reviewedThatcher, R. W.; And Others – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1983
Hair lead content, intelligence tests, school achievement, and motor impairment assessments were obtained from 149 children aged 5 to 16. Hair lead concentration significantly discriminated between groups and significantly predicted IQ scores, independent of group classifications. Regression analyses showed a significant negative correlation…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Intelligence, Lead Poisoning
