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Definition
of
Learning disability
from
NHS England: Accessible Information Standard v1.1 - Implementation guidance
Source
This term has an existing Data Dictionary definition and is also defined by the Department of Health in Valuing People (2001). People with learning disabilities have life-long development needs and have difficulty with certain cognitive skills, although this varies greatly among different individuals. Societal barriers continue to hinder the full and effective participation of people with learning disabilities on an equal basis with others.
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