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Mental Retardation is one of the more common disabilities, although less common than speech and language disorders or learning disabilities. Because it is relatively common and affects every aspect of education and social life, our training packages contain many pages and resources on mental retardation.

"BOOKS" IN THE VIRTUAL LIBRARY

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.

Also, be sure to check out the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome section of the Virtual Library.

CARING FOR OUR PEOPLE: STAFF TRAINING PAGES

Mental retardation - definition and causes
Diversity among people with mental retardation
Services for people with mental retardation

DISABILITY ACCESS: INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY TRAINING WEB PAGES

Mental retardation - more on definition and causes
Types of services for people with mental retardation
Links to web pages on mental retardation.