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Intellectual Disability


        For parents, caregivers, health care providers, and teachers, concerns and questions often arise regarding the care and well-being of individuals with Cornelia de Lange Syndrome. 

Intellectual disability is a term that is used when a person has difficulties with cognitive (intellectual) functioning and adaptive behaviour (everyday practical and social skills).

Most individuals with CdLS have moderate to severe intellectual disability and a small number have mild intellectual disability.



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

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