Question
How should intellectual disability be treated? Some children are born with intellectual deficiency, and parents are anxious about this, wondering about effective treatment methods after birth?
Answer
For intellectual disability caused by diseases, the first priority is to identify the cause and treat it promptly. For example, for children with hypothyroidism or phenylketonuria, which are endocrine metabolic disorders, early diagnosis should be made as soon as possible, and thyroid hormone replacement therapy or special dietary therapy should be adopted to stabilize their intellectual level. If there is no clear disease cause, timely communication and guidance should be carried out, which will help significantly improve the situation. It is recommended to intervene early and stimulate, and provide effective family support to maintain a complete family structure to promote the functional improvement of children with intellectual disability. In the face of the challenge of intellectual disability, one should actively undergo examinations and treatments without hesitation. If the treatment effect is not satisfactory, adjust the treatment plan promptly.