Intellectual Disability
- Originates before the age of 18
- Means significant limitations both in intellectual functioning and in adaptive behaviour, as expressed in conceptual, social and practical adaptive skills
- Has a high prevalence - 2.7% (up to 500,000 Australians)
- Means a reduced life expectancy
- Infers high levels of co-morbidity and complex healthcare issues
- Means those who experience it are generally devalued by society
Personal Stories
Maria & Tristan
Charles & Denise
Judy & Christine