Special needs
Special needs
Special needs (/ˈspɛʃəl niːdz/) is a term used in clinical diagnostic and functional development to describe individuals who require assistance for disabilities that may be medical, mental, or psychological.
Etymology
The term "special needs" originated in the early 20th century in a clinical context. It was used to refer to individuals who needed extra help due to physical or mental disabilities. The term has since evolved to encompass a broad range of needs that extend beyond the traditional medical model.
Related Terms
- Disability: A condition that significantly hinders a person's ability to perform normal daily activities. This can be due to a physical or mental condition.
- Developmental delay: A condition where a child does not reach developmental milestones at the expected times.
- Learning disability: A neurological disorder that affects the brain's ability to receive, process, store, and respond to information.
- Mental health: Refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how people think, feel, and act.
- Physical disability: A limitation on a person's physical functioning, mobility, dexterity, or stamina.
- Psychological disorders: Mental health conditions that affect a person's thinking, feeling, behavior, or mood.
- Therapy: A treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Special needs
- Wikipedia's article - Special needs
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