Learning Disabilities Definitions

Question	Answer
Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities	IQ below 20 Disabilities include visual, hearing and/or movement impairments Other challenges include epilespy and autism Have considerable difficulty communicating and usually limited understanding
Severe Learning Disability	can use basic words and gestures to communicate their needs high level of support required for everyday activities can look after some or all of their own personal care needs
Moderate Learning Disability	can communicate day to day needs and desires some support may be required with self care many can perform daily tasks with support
Mild Learning Disability	Can hold a conversation and communicate most of their needs and desires Some support required to understand complex or abstract ideas Independent with self care Have basic reading and writing skills

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	Created by Gurinder Grewal over 10 years ago