Mental retardation is a term for a pattern of persistently slow learning of basic motor and language skills ("milestones") during childhood, and a significantly below-normal global...
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Hi everyone,
I know there's been some interest in a new community title, and I wanted to let you know our medical advisors have been discussing a new community name, and after going over many options, and reading your replies, were thinking "Mentally Challenged" might be the best choice. How does this sound to you? We're eager to hear any feedback you have about it--I'll start another thread as well. Thanks for making DailyStrength a vibrant, supportive space! Posted on 02/08/08, 12:02 pm |
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I think mentally challenged best describes the disability. Thank you for your efforts. 
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I think this is a good name for this group. It makes better sense than the one now. Thanks!
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I always use the term "mentally challenged". Retardation has a negative tone to it.
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thank you for the new name. i agree, retardation was demeaning.
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Sounds good to me, as truthfully I don't think there's anything 'retarded' about them, and in some areas they're more 'intelligent' than some people might realize.
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