In the early 1900s, psychologists used the terms “idiot,” “imbecile,” and “moron” to describe different levels of retardation. These terms were replaced in the 1970s with “mild,” “moderate,” and “severe” due to their demeaning nature. Developmental disabilities are now defined by more than just IQ, including levels of mental and physical functioning. Signs of disability […]
An idiot savant is a person with a mental disability who displays extraordinary abilities, often due to extreme autism. Not all autistic people have savant skills, but some may have greater abilities in certain areas. Left-brain disruption can also lead to savant-like abilities. The term “idiot savant” is outdated and inappropriate, and most people now […]
