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Syndromes and disorders associated with mental retardation

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This article reviews selective comments on the concept of Mental Retardation (MR) in adolescents. Issues covered include the definition, prevalence, and differential diagnosis of MR. Some of the syndromes and disorders associated with MR in the adolescents are also considered with emphasis on the behavioral concerns that may be present in this age group. Finally, concepts of management by the clinician are reviewed. It is recommended that health care professionals caring for adolescents with MR should help these youths maximize their potential as human beings, helping them achieve meaningful functioning in adulthood.

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Greydanus, D.E., Pratt, H.D. Syndromes and disorders associated with mental retardation. Indian J Pediatr 72, 859–864 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02731116

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