10 Angelman Syndrome Symptoms
Symptom #2: Intellectual Disability
Intellectual disability or general learning disability refers to generalized neurodevelopmental disorder where there is significantly impaired adaptive and intellectual functioning. It can be defined as an intelligence quotient (IQ) below 70 with two or more additional deficits in adaptive behaviors that affect general or everyday living.
Some disorders with intellectual disability include individuals with fragile X syndrome and Down syndrome. Intellectual disability affects an estimated 2 to 3 percent of the general population. It is also seen in Angelman syndrome.
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