mentally disabled
Example Sentences
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“Afghanistan is already struggling economically. If large sections of our future generation are physically or mentally disabled, how will our society be able to help them?” asks Dr Ghani.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2024
The two American brothers, their Canadian citizen father, a mentally disabled uncle and two other adult male relatives were taken away by the Israelis, and remain missing, Elagha said.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 8, 2024
“The county failed to implement and maintain proper procedures to engage mentally disabled individuals, including Stanley Wilson Jr.,” the claim said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2023
Joey White, 64, is mentally disabled, his sister said.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 27, 2022
Many judges, prosecutors, and defense lawyers do a poor job of recognizing the special needs of the mentally disabled, which leads to wrongful convictions, lengthier prison terms, and high rates of recidivism.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
