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developmental disorder
noun
- psychiatry any condition, such as autism or dyslexia, that appears in childhood and is characterized by delay in the development of one or more psychological functions, such as language skill
Example Sentences
His defence Tim Forte told Judge Forster that Budasz has a severe developmental disorder making him less mature than other men of his age.
ASD is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties in socializing and communication, as well as repetitive and/or restrictive behaviors.
One of Woodward’s previous lawyers said his client has Asperger’s syndrome, a developmental disorder that generally causes difficulty with social interactions, and struggled with his own sexuality.
"In summary, we have discovered YKT6 variants as the cause of a novel developmental disorder affecting brain function and in certain cases, also liver function, providing us valuable insights into a new genetic disease. However, additional studies with more patients will be needed to precisely understand the pathogenesis and to identify potential therapeutic targets for this condition," Dr. Bellen added.
"This is basic research, but Notch is an important component in several diseases, including a form of leukaemia and the developmental disorder Alagille Syndrome. We therefore hope that the results will also lead to a better understanding of these diseases."
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