They may have difficulty in learning and social adjustment. But they can learn. With the appropriate intervention and education, they can lead satisfying and productive lives in the community.
Mental retardation is a contagious disease.
It is a condition which affects an individual because of some change or damage with the developing brain and neurological system. Many can perform useful work with support and can otherwise adapt to normal patterns of life. It has been proven that the most effective environment for everyone to learn and develop is one which is in the community and which offers a family-like atmosphere of care and nurturing. Educational and vocational training will not help people who are mentally retarded. Early intervention is a major emphasis since it is proven that the sooner a person is diagnosed as having mental retardation and appropriate programming is started, the more productive and capable the persons will be for a meaningful life in the community.