ABSTRACT

Learning disabilities (LD) represent a variety of life-long conditions associated with intellectual impairment (IQ<50) and maladaptive behaviour problems, making it difficult to lead an independent normal life. They include Down's syndrome, autism and cerebral palsy and are associated with high levels of mental and physical health problems, incl

chapter 1|8 pages

Learning disability

chapter 2|18 pages

Epilepsy

chapter 3|8 pages

Organic mental disorders

chapter 4|10 pages

Down syndrome and dementia

chapter 5|10 pages

Self-injurious behaviour

chapter 6|8 pages

Aggression

chapter 7|8 pages

Autistic spectrum disorders

chapter 8|10 pages

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

chapter 9|8 pages

Anxiety disorders

chapter 10|18 pages

Affective disorders

chapter 11|12 pages

Schizophrenia

chapter 12|10 pages

Personality disorders

chapter 13|8 pages

Ethnic variations in psychopharmacology