how does someone think that has mild retardation?

Answer 1

A person with mild mental retardation is just like any other person. They have feelings, wants, needs, etc. A person who is mentally retarded is a person first, just like everyone else. There are criteria that must be met before a student can be diagnosed as mentally retarded. The person talking about heightened senses and abilities may be thinking of an autistic savant, which is different then mild mental retardation.

Answer 2

well, I would say ask that person, but they'd probably have a hard time articulating it.

I think it's a childlike way of thinking. The world revolves around you and your needs. But at the same time, you have an intuitive sense of goodness and you can read peoples' energy really well. It's like, even though the intellect is small, other senses and abilities are heightened.

Answer 3

My son tends to focus on only one thing at a time. He will go along with whatever people suggest, and although he has hobbies, when he starts a new one, he drops the old one.
He is perfectly aware when people make fun of him, but doesn't know what to do about it.
He knows he can't drive, but did get a learners permit. It took him four attempts over a six month interval, but he's very proud of it. Nothing is heightened about him. When he's alone, he sits on his computer and plays online games.