Developmental Disabilities
| Medical Definition: |
Disorders in which there is a delay in development based on that expected for a given age level or stage of development. These impairments or disabilities originate before age 18, may be expected to continue indefinitely, and constitute a substantial impairment. Biological and nonbiological factors are involved in these disorders. (From American Psychiatric Glossary, 6th ed) |
| Guide Notes: |
check also tag CHILD or specific |
| Also Called: |
Child Development Deviations,Child Development Disorders, Specific |
| Previously Indexed: |
Child Behavior Disorders (1966-1967),Child Psychology (1966-1967) |
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