Intellectual Disabilities

January 1, 2011 In January 2011, the National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)published a fact-sheet categorizing and outlining methods of aid for disabilities under Individuals with. Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This factsheet is designed to aid parents who think their children may experience intellectual disabilities. The factsheet answers many frequently asked questions such as: What are an Intellectual Disability?; What Causes an Intellectual Disability?; How Common are Intellectual Disabilities?; What are the Signs of Intellectual Disability?; and How are Intellectual Disabilities Diagnosed? The factsheet also provides possible avenues of help: Help for Babies and Toddlers; Help . . .