National Institutes of Health
- The primary NIH organization for research on Developmental Disabilities is the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Developmental disabilities are birth defects that cause lifelong problems with how a body part or system works. They include
Most developmental disabilities have no cure, but you can often treat the symptoms. Physical, speech and occupational therapy might help. Special education classes and psychological counseling can also help.
NIH: National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
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