Joaquin Was Unfortunately Raised in a Very Impoverished Environment

question 46

Multiple Choice

Joaquin was unfortunately raised in a very impoverished environment.His mother was homeless when she was pregnant,and she was malnourished while she carried him.Once he was born,he moved around different foster families and NEVER had any stability or nurturing.What effect can all this have on Joaquin's development?

• A) He may be diagnosed with a mild intellectual disability.
• B) He may be diagnosed with Down's syndrome.
• C) He may be diagnosed with a moderate intellectual ability.
• D) He may be diagnosed with a severe intellectual disability.

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