Question
A child is experiencing difficulties with self-care abilities, such as eating and drinking, and using utensils, and shows a lack of attention and learning during teaching sessions. Parents are anxious about the gap between their child and their peers and seek advice on whether a further professional evaluation is necessary.
Answer
The child has been diagnosed with mild neurodevelopmental delay accompanied by intellectual disability. Children with neurodevelopmental disorders typically have lower motor abilities than their typically developing peers, with poorer self-control. Mild symptoms may only manifest as clumsiness or awkwardness in movements of hands and feet, while more severe cases may involve difficulties in grasping objects, walking, or even turning over, sitting up, standing, as well as normal chewing and swallowing. Parents are advised to seek professional medical advice and consider appropriate special education and rehabilitation training to support the child’s development.