Question 1

i want to know what is the difference between autism and mental retardation?

Accepted Answer

Many differences: Autism is a specific group of disorders with communication difficulties, inability to react to surrounding people; repetitive movements and sounds.  Diagnosis is difficult -- on going p.., o.T. And speech therapy , ay help.  Mental retardation implies abnormal iq but has many causes ---- need ped neurologist, geneticist for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 2

does it mean i have become mental retarded after i discovered that i have something similar to cutis gyrata verticis. i was diagnosed twice onced with autism and depression now schizophrenia unspecified. is there a way to test for mental retardation?

Accepted Answer

: It is unlikely that you havre recently become mentally retarded.  IQ tests are used to measure your intelligence quotient and a reputable psychologist can test you.  Talk all this over with your regular doctor.  Brett of luck to you!

Question 3

what's the difference between autism and mental retardation other than socioeconomic status?

Accepted Answer

Autism vs MR: Mr is a reflection of compromised intellectual skills which can be measured and categorized. I may also be seen in any medical, physical and psychological states. Autism, by contrast, is a psychological/biological psychological characterized by an inability to form relationships and relate. To the outside world.   Autism means "preoccupation with the self". It may or may not effect intellect.

Question 4

can a child have mental retardation and also autism at the same time?

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Yes: Estimates are that as many as 75% of children with autism have some level of mental retardation from mild to moderate in severity.

Question 5

can you please tell me how mild to moderate mental retardation and autism differ?

Accepted Answer

Different diagnoses: 35-65% of people with autistic spectrum disorder [observable deficits in social communication &  social reciprocity + stereotypical movements or narrow, restricted areas of interest], also have intellectual disability (aka  mental retardation), defined as cognitive  ability. Significantly below average (iq.

Question 6

is autism a version of mental retardation or a psychological problem?

Accepted Answer

Autism: Autism is one in a group of neurodevelopmental disorders causing difficulty in social interaction, language, and behavior.  There are varying intensities of autism.  In most cases, children with severe autism have marked impairments or a complete inability to communicate or interact with other people.  It's different from mental retardation (now called intellectual disabilities).

Question 7

can autism be misdiagnosed as mental retardation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Or both may be present simultaneously.

Question 8

hello docs, is autism considered mental retardation?

Accepted Answer

No: While some children with autism may have mental retardation, many of them are actually quite intelligent. Some of them learn how to excel at things and lead actually quite productive lifestyles. Those unfortunately who do have true mental retardation however do not fare so well in life. Best wishes.

Question 9

hi.i have a 7 week old baby at home and i use wifi for my work purpose at home.heard that wifi causes mental retardation and autism.really worried.

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: No data to support those claims, nothing wrong with using wifi, don't worry !

Question 10

my son has cerebral palsy, autism, mental retardation, catatonic schizophrenia, seizures, & no lower left lope of brain what is his life expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Who knows!: So sorry about your son. All of his conditions you could think might cause a shorter life span for all sorts of reasons, but with good care  one never knows. Accidents, poor nutrition ( because he doesn't eat well), progressive brain deterioration if repeated seizures, infections, general stress with its harmful physical effects, all could contribute to premature death.  Best of luck!

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What's the difference between autism and mental retardation other than socioeconomic status?

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Can a child have mental retardation and also autism at the same time?

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Can you please tell me how mild to moderate mental retardation and autism differ?

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Is autism a version of mental retardation or a psychological problem?

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Can autism be misdiagnosed as mental retardation?

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Hello docs, is autism considered mental retardation?

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Hi.i have a 7 week old baby at home and i use wifi for my work purpose at home.heard that wifi causes mental retardation and autism.really worried.

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My son has cerebral palsy, autism, mental retardation, catatonic schizophrenia, seizures, & no lower left lope of brain what is his life expectancy?

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