"State Uses Parents' Low IQ Scores to Justify Separation from Children"
Child welfare agencies in the US are facing criticism for disproportionately scrutinizing and removing children from parents with intellectual disabilities. Psychological evaluations, including IQ tests, are often used to assess parental capabilities, despite concerns about their accuracy and relevance. Critics argue that such assessments may be discriminatory and fail to consider the support and resources that parents with disabilities may need to thrive. Several cases highlight the challenges faced by parents with intellectual disabilities, raising questions about the fairness and effectiveness of current child welfare practices.