Question
My child has shown signs of delayed intellectual development since infancy and has been diagnosed with intellectual disability by the hospital. What are some effective strategies for treating intellectual disability?
Answer
Intellectual disability, also known as mental retardation, refers to a condition where an individual’s brain development is slow, leading to limited learning and social adaptation skills compared to others. This condition is typically observed in infancy or childhood and is not a sudden disease or mental illness, so it cannot be completely cured with medication. However, through professional training, individuals with intellectual disabilities can tap into their limited potential and improve their ability to live independently. Treatment for intellectual disability should take a comprehensive approach, including medical, social, educational, and vocational training, tailored to the patient’s age and the severity of the intellectual disability, in order to achieve the best level of intellectual development.