Question
My friend’s baby has intellectual disability. What should be done? Can it be treated?
Answer
Intellectual disability is a group of disorders that occur during the growth and development period, characterized by significantly higher intellectual function than age peers, accompanied by adaptive behavior defects. Early adoption of effective measures, improving physical health conditions, training daily living skills and language functions, and engaging in simple cultural exercises can help promote the baby’s intellectual growth and development, reducing the risk of mental retardation.