Sunil is 24 years old and has an IQ of about 65. He speaks clearly and understands what others say. He studied up to Class 5 in a supportive school and has a few close friends. He now works as a helper in a packing unit, doing simple unskilled work, and plans to marry next year. He copes well on most days, but he needs his sister's help when things become stressful. Their father has been drinking heavily for many years, and his drinking has cost him his job and hurt the family. Sunil's younger brother, Arjun, now shows marked anxiety and strong fears about leaving the house.
Sunil needs his sister's help when things become stressful. This matches the description of his level in which area of functioning?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Adult Living
Option (1) Social Skills — Incorrect. Social Skills is about friendships: at the mild level the person has friends and can learn to adjust quickly.
Option (2) Vocational Adjustment — Incorrect. Vocational Adjustment is about work: at the mild level the person can hold a job, mostly unskilled. It describes Sunil's packing job.
Option (3) Adult Living — Correct. Under Adult Living, the mild level is described as: usually marries, has children, but needs help during stress. Sunil's marriage plan and his need for his sister's help fit here.
Option (4) Self-help Skills — Incorrect. Self-help Skills is about daily self-care: feeding, dressing and toilet needs.
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