Intellectual Disability Ethics

Intellectual clients have the same right as others. A person with an intellectual disability may process information more slowly than those without a disability, but ethical laws must apply to everyone. Intellectual people have more opportunity to succeed and live independent lifestyle than ever before. Although there are people with intellectual disabilities who can provide for themselves independently, there are still some who require daily assistance and care. First, it is important to understand the term of intellectual disabilities and that disability is a chronic disease. We should also focus on the intelligence of intellectual disability in which a person can think logically, understand difficult ideas and can acquire from experience. Also, dealing with adaptive behavior for intellectual disabilities of social and practical skills learned in everyday lives. …show more content…
Ian has an IQ of 55, he remains quite self-sufficient, living in his small apartment and working at a part-time job. Ian has a sister named Kate who often transport Ian to his appointments. While attending a meeting with Samantha, Ian informed Samantha that he has been a bit forgetful lately and forgot to turn off his stove when he left for an appointment. Kate is also concerned about Ian, and she also wants Samantha to give her information on