An Intellectual Disability Is Defined as Having an IQ Score

question 187

Essay

An intellectual disability is defined as having an IQ score of approximately 70 or below and a significant difficulty with abilities, such as dressing, eating, communicating, shopping, or working, which are called __________ behaviors.

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Definitions:

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter released by sympathetic neurons onto organs and glands for fight-or-flight (stressful) situations.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in the nervous system that plays a critical role in muscle activation and memory formation.

Resting

A state of minimal activity or motion, allowing for recovery and rejuvenation of the body or mind.

Olfactory

Refers to the sense of smell or the system in the body responsible for detecting odors.