Question
A child has rarely smiled since birth and is less active compared to peers, causing concern for the parents. Which hospital should be chosen for the treatment of intellectual disability?
Answer
Intellectual disability, also known as developmental delay, refers to a slow or impaired development of brain functions, resulting in limited learning and social adaptation abilities, or encountering difficulties that are below the level of most people. This condition can be identified in infancy or childhood and is different from sudden diseases or mental illnesses. Intellectual disability is a permanent condition, not a disease or mental illness, and cannot be cured with medication. However, through training, individuals with intellectual disabilities can tap into their limited potential and improve their ability to live independently. By combining medical, social, educational, and vocational training measures, training is conducted according to the patient’s age and the severity of the intellectual disability to achieve the highest possible intellectual level.