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Behaviour problems of the mentally retarded.

N Grizenko1, H Cvejic, S Vida

  • 1Douglas Hospital Centre, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec.

Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
|December 1, 1991
PubMed
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Behavioral issues in individuals with intellectual disabilities vary by cause and severity. Down syndrome is linked to fewer problems, while autism and pervasive developmental disorders show more. Etiology is the strongest predictor.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Intellectual disability (ID) is associated with a range of behavioral challenges.
  • Understanding factors influencing these behaviors is crucial for effective support and intervention.
  • Previous research indicates variability in behavioral profiles among individuals with ID.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess behavior profiles in individuals with intellectual disability.
  • To examine correlations between behavior and demographic/diagnostic factors.
  • To identify predictors of behavioral problems in this population.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the Revised Child Behaviour Profile (RCBP) for assessment.
  • Assessed 176 individuals with intellectual disability from various residential settings.

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  • Correlated behavioral data with age, sex, degree of ID, etiology, and medical diagnosis.

    • Main Results:

    • Behavioral disturbance severity did not correlate with age or medical diagnosis.
    • Moderately intellectually disabled individuals exhibited more severe problems (e.g., aggression) than severely disabled individuals.
    • Etiology was the most significant predictor of behavioral problems; Down syndrome was associated with fewer issues, while autism and pervasive developmental disorders were linked to more.

    Conclusions:

    • The etiology of intellectual disability significantly impacts behavioral profiles.
    • Individuals with autism and pervasive developmental disorders require targeted behavioral support.
    • Findings have implications for public policy regarding services for individuals with intellectual disability.