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InnovAiT 2009 2(11):636-642; doi:10.1093/innovait/inp181
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Childhood learning disabilities

Dr Carolyn Brennand

ST1, GPVTS Crawley, Horsham and East Surrey

E-mail: c.m.brennand{at}doctors.org.uk


  Abstract

Learning disability is commonly encountered in General Practice affecting between 1 and 2% of the Western world. Patients with learning disabilities have two and a half times as many associated medical problems. It often leads to functional impairment and increased need for lifelong support involving medical services. The care of patients with learning disabilities requires a holistic approach with awareness of the services available and knowledge of the barriers to health care faced by this patient group. This article aims to outline the definitions of learning disabilities and screening and diagnosis of these conditions in primary care, causes, principles of management and the difficulties and barriers in care delivery for these patients.


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