The development of the IQ test was followed by a classification system that used terms to describe degrees of impairment:
Moron (51–70 IQ)
Imbecile (26–50 IQ)
Idiot (0–25 IQ).
These terms were later softened and the classifications redefined.
somewhat to mild retardation (55–70)
moderate (40–54),
severe (25–39)
profound (0–24) retardation.
The phrase mentally retarded itself, although still used, has been replaced in some settings by the term developmentally disabled.
Moron (51–70 IQ)
Imbecile (26–50 IQ)
Idiot (0–25 IQ).
These terms were later softened and the classifications redefined.
somewhat to mild retardation (55–70)
moderate (40–54),
severe (25–39)
profound (0–24) retardation.
The phrase mentally retarded itself, although still used, has been replaced in some settings by the term developmentally disabled.
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Where do land if you are brain dead?
ReplyDeleteI guess that would be really profound retardation?
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