Question
A child over one year old seems to have issues with intellectual development, struggling with language learning and responses. What are the possible causes of intellectual disability in children?
Answer
The causes of intellectual disability in children are diverse, including genetic factors, preterm birth, complications at birth, malnutrition, infections, metabolic or endocrine problems, and more. Children with intellectual disabilities typically lag behind their peers in the development of actions such as lying on their backs and lifting their eyes, sitting, standing, and walking. Parents should be vigilant about this. For children with intellectual disabilities, parents can conduct purposeful educational training based on the child’s characteristics and also adopt neuro-targeted treatment to improve the child’s intellectual issues. In addition to treatment, it is recommended that parents pay attention to their child’s diet in daily life and maintain a cheerful mood to enhance their physical condition and accelerate recovery.