Which of the Following Would Be Considered a Developmental Disability

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered a developmental disability?

• A)Alzheimer's disease
• B)Spinal cord injury at age 23 which leaves the person quadriplegic.
• C)Brain injury at age 17 which leaves the person unable to speak.
• D)A senior in high school diagnosed with dyslexia,but headed for college.

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Definitions:

Curing Disease

the process of eliminating or significantly alleviating the symptoms of a disease, leading to the restoration of health.

Disease Prevention

Initiatives and activities aimed at reducing the risk of developing health conditions and diseases through proactive measures and lifestyle choices.

Euthanasia

The act of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering.

Alexithymia

A personality construct characterized by the subclinical inability to identify and describe emotions experienced by oneself or others.