Discuss How the Critical Thinker Would Use What He or She

question 152

Essay

Discuss how the critical thinker would use what he or she knows to help distinguish between effective and ineffective therapies so as not to be fooled into using an ineffective therapy.

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Definitions:

Intellectual Disability

A disability characterized by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning and in adaptive behavior, originating before the age of 18.

IQ Score

A measure of a person's cognitive abilities or intelligence level, typically obtained through standardized testing.

Profound Intellectual Disability

Intellectual disability in which IQ scores fall below 20 or 25.

Moderate Intellectual Disability

A cognitive impairment characterized by below-average intellectual functioning and limited adaptive behaviors, presenting challenges in learning and daily living skills.