Explain the Hereditary and Environmental Influences on Intellectual Abilities

question 25

Essay

Explain the hereditary and environmental influences on intellectual abilities.Discuss the implications understanding these influences has on the future of developmental psychology.

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Definitions:

Mental Retardation

An outdated and offensive term previously used to describe individuals with significantly below-average intellectual functioning and adaptive behaviors.

Special Education

Tailored educational programs designed to meet the unique needs of students with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, or other special needs.

Metabolic Disorder

A condition that occurs when the body's metabolic processes are disrupted, affecting the ability to convert food into energy.

Phenylketonuria

A genetic disorder characterized by the body's inability to break down the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to its accumulation and potential brain damage.