Question
Even after teaching, a child still cannot understand or master the subject matter during learning, and their reactions in daily life also seem slow. This may indicate delayed intellectual development. What are the notable causes of intellectual disability?
Answer
The causes of intellectual disability in children are diverse and may include genetic factors, advanced maternal age, early pregnancy complications, infections during pregnancy (such as rubella, cytomegalovirus, toxoplasmosis), low birth weight infants, severe congenital malformations, cerebral palsy, birth injuries, seizures caused by intracranial hemorrhage, hypoglycemia, severe respiratory distress, kernicterus, encephalitis, and meningitis. However, it is important to note that some children may simply be developing later rather than having an intellectual disability. This situation is often related to genetics, such as when parents learned to speak and walk later in their childhood. For the treatment of intellectual disability, it is first necessary to identify the cause and condition before selecting an appropriate treatment method to help children receive targeted treatment and improve their intelligence.