Virtual Library on Mental Retardation

A brief introduction to genetics, from the on-line Developmental Psychology course. This page discusses both genetic factors and prenatal ones (e.g., alcohol) in causing mental retardation.

Fact sheet on Down Syndrome gives information on causes, characteristics, education and health.

Life with Sara "Our youngest daughter Sara is almost 14 years old. She has Down syndrome, mental retardation, hearing loss and neurological difficulties that result in altered auditory perception and absence seizures. Living with Sara impacts our family in many ways. "

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome PowerPoint Presentation provides some insight into what does and does not work for people with FAS.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome - informational web pages from Spirit Lake Consulting.

Hydrocephalus - Although hydrocephalus was once known as "water on the brain," the "water" is actually … a clear fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. In previous generations, this condition resulted in mental retardation and other severe disabilities. Now, early medical intervention can prevent mental retardation.

Mental retardation - pages on causes, services and education from the Caring for Our People staff training website, also from Spirit Lake Consulting.

Learning disabilities