A 45-year-old individual sustains a severe head injury in an accident, leading to significant cognitive impairments. Subsequent assessments reveal an IQ score of 65 and notable difficulties with everyday activities such as managing personal finances and maintaining employment, which were not present before the injury. Based on the standard diagnostic framework, why would this individual likely not be diagnosed with an intellectual disability?
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A 45-year-old individual sustains a severe head injury in an accident, leading to significant cognitive impairments. Subsequent assessments reveal an IQ score of 65 and notable difficulties with everyday activities such as managing personal finances and maintaining employment, which were not present before the injury. Based on the standard diagnostic framework, why would this individual likely not be diagnosed with an intellectual disability?