Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 103TM1800X
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Is a condition diagnosed before the age of eighteen that includes low general intellectual function and lack of skill required for daily living. It used to be focused solely on cognitive abilities. Now it includes aspects relating to mental function and the functioning skills in an environment.
Taxonomy Code: 103TM1800X
Behavioral Health and Social Service Providers | Psychologist | Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Behavioral Health and Social Service Providers: Include a group of health care professionals that offer support for addictive, learned and sometimes inherited behaviors. These issues are inclusive of drug abuse, older adult services, HIV prevention and education, alcoholism, transitions back into society after treatment, mental health and numerous other social and behavioral health issues. Examples include clinical psychologists, mental health counselors and psychiatrists.
Psychologist: This type of therapist has either a master's or doctorate, along with training to diagnose and treat a large array of emotional issues. Psychologists must be certified. Psychologists usually work with other specialists in the medical field to treat patients.