What is a developmental disability?

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Over 6 million individuals in the United States have developmental disabilities. A developmental disability is defined as a severe, chronic disability which:

Originated at birth or during childhood, Is expected to continue indefinitely, and Substantially restricts the child’s functioning in several major life activities.

Autism
A Behavioral Disorder
A Brain Injury
Cerebral Palsy
A Developmental Delay
Down’s Syndrome
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Mental Illness
Spina Bifida

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