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The World Health Organization is updating the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11). They are replacing "mental retardation" with the term "intellectual disability" to better identify the condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical terminology
  • Public health classification systems

Background:

  • The World Health Organization (WHO) is revising the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) to its 11th edition (ICD-11).
  • Current terminology for developmental disorders, specifically "mental retardation," is under review for a more appropriate and acceptable term.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the proposed terminology change from "mental retardation" to "intellectual disability" in the ICD-11.
  • To outline the challenges and considerations in updating diagnostic classifications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the ongoing ICD-11 development process.
  • Analysis of international consensus on terminology for intellectual disabilities.

Main Results:

  • The international consensus favors replacing "mental retardation" with "intellectual disability" in ICD-11.
  • The transition involves addressing specific constraints and conventions within the ICD framework.

Conclusions:

  • The shift to "intellectual disability" reflects evolving societal and medical understanding.
  • The ICD-11 revision process aims to improve the accuracy and acceptability of diagnostic terms.