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Unfortunately there are people who are born less fortunate than other's. Some are slower

than others, and there are some who pick up. Sadly some are made fun of because of the

condition. This is when mental retardation comes into place. In my report I will be talking about

mental retardation and the different kids of mental illnesses.

Mental retardation is often thought of a disease ( Mental retardation 1 ). Disease would be the

wrong term. Mental retardation is a term for wide range or conditions ( Mental retardation 1 ).

The meaning of mental retardation depends on what society demands of the individual in learning

skills, and social responsibility ( Mental retardation 1 ).

Mental retardation is most often appeared in children under the age of 18 ( Mental retardation
). A person is considered mentally retarded if they have an intellectual functioning level below

average and significant limitations in two or more adaptive skill......

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