Mental health and dementiaQuestion 681 of 1700
What causes developmental disorders (intellectual disabilities)?
- Poor eating habits that began in adult life
- The normal wear of aging on the whole brain
- Problems with the brain or central nervous system
- Long hospital stays during childhood
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Correct answer: Problems with the brain or central nervous system
These disorders come from brain or central nervous system impairments, often before or at birth.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.3: Caring for Clients With Developmental Disorders
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026