Question
My child has seemed a bit slow since birth, and later I noticed that the child’s intellectual development is particularly slow. How should this intellectual disability be treated effectively?
Answer
For children with intellectual disability, the earlier the treatment and educational training, the better the outcome. It is generally believed that the best time to start is before the age of 6, ideally starting six months before birth. Since the causes of intellectual disability in children are very complex, traditional methods such as medication and acupuncture can only temporarily control the condition and cannot cure it fundamentally; stopping treatment may lead to a relapse, leaving health risks for the child’s future. It is recommended to actively carry out family rehabilitation for intellectually disabled children, adhering to the principles of nutrition, education, care, and treatment combined. In addition to medication for treating intellectual disability, patients should also pay attention to diet, such as maintaining a light diet in daily life and engaging in more outdoor activities. At the same time, patients should be cautious about seeking medical attention, going to a regular hospital for diagnosis of the condition to achieve good treatment outcomes.