Typlogy of learners with special needs (learners with Intellectual Disability)

Intellectual disability

Is a significant limitation in a students cognitive functioning and daily adaptive behaviors

Intellectual disability

Formerly called "mental retardation”

Cerebral palsy

is the term used to describe a group of brains orders that affect movement, posture, and balance

Cerebral

is used because the disorder impacts the brain

Palsy

is used to describe weakness or muscular problems

Cerebral paralysis or little'S disease

in the 1860s, the condition now known as cerebral palsy was referred to as

William John little

It was named after the English surgeon who provided the first medical descriptions of the disorder

Motor impairments

people with cerebral palsy often have difficulties with muscle coordination, and control

Motor impairments

this can result challenges with walking, balance, in fine motor skills, such as grasping objects or writing

Spasticity

Many individuals with cerebral palsy, experienced muscle, stiffness, and tightness, known as

Spasticity

this can make movements more difficult and may need to contractors or abnormal posture

Speech and communication difficulties

cerebral policy can affect the muscles used for speech, resulting and difficulties with articulation, clarity, and volume some individuals may require alternative communication methods, such as sign language or augmentative and alternative communication devices

Intellectual disabilities

well, not always present, some individuals with cerebral palsy may have _______, this can impact learning, problem-solving, and cognitive abilities

Sensory impairments

people with cerebral palsy experience_____ including difficulties with vision, hearing , touch this challenges can affect their ability to interact with the environment and may require additional support