The study of developmental disorders and disabilities.
About The Course
Duration: Personalized
Welcome to the course on the study of developmental disorders and disabilities. This course is designed to provide an understanding of the various developmental disorders and disabilities that affect individuals from early childhood through adulthood.
Developmental disorders and disabilities encompass a wide range of conditions that impact physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. These conditions can present unique challenges for individuals and their families, but with the right support and interventions, individuals with developmental disorders can lead fulfilling and productive lives.
Topic List
The following are the topics taught in this course:
- What is developmental disorder and disability?
- Causes of developmental disorder and disability.
- Signs and symptoms of developmental disorder and disability.
- Types of developmental disorder and disability.
- Impact of developmental disorders and disabilities on the client's family.
- Supporting clients with developmental disorders and disability.
- What is intellectual disability?
- Degrees of intellectual disability.
- Causes of intellectual disability.
- Signs and symptoms of intellectual disability.
- Levels of support for clients with intellectual disability.
- Management of clients with intellectual disability.
- What is down syndrome? -Symptoms of down syndrome.
- Causes and complications of down syndrome.
- Treatment/management of down syndrome.