Question
A five-year-old child is showing abnormal behaviors, such as excessive sleepiness and slow responses, suspected of having mental retardation. What treatment should be considered?
Answer
Mental retardation is a condition that cannot be fully recovered. For patients, special education and scientific rehabilitation training methods are needed to enhance intelligence. Early detection, diagnosis, and treatment are crucial for controlling the progression of the condition. Mild cases can be improved by adjusting lifestyle and nutrition structure, as well as correcting bad habits; severe cases may require medication treatment, which should be continuous and progressive. When facing mental retardation, one should actively seek treatment without hesitation. If the treatment is not effective, it should be adjusted in a timely manner.