Question
What are the characteristics typically shown by children with intellectual disability?
Answer
Children with intellectual disability may initially show signs such as difficulty in breastfeeding, sometimes not suckling at all, and a tendency to vomit easily; they often have longer sleep times, are very quiet throughout the day, and cry rarely; they reach various developmental milestones (such as sitting, standing, walking, and speaking) later than typical children; they show little interest in their surroundings and do not look around. By the age of 2-3, they often put blocks or other objects into their mouths; after the age of 2-3, they often drool; children with intellectual disability have sharp or weak cries, lacking variation in pitch; they show no interest in toys and will not play with them even when holding them; from being inactive and sleeping a lot as infants, they transition to constant movement without purpose throughout the day.
Question
What treatment methods are available for children with intellectual disability?
Answer
Children with intellectual disability can be treated through various methods. These include: providing early intervention and education to help children fully develop their potential; undergoing rehabilitation training to improve their life skills and social abilities; receiving language correction therapy to help improve their ability to express language; and using medication to treat, such as drugs that promote memory, attention, and learning abilities. Treatment plans should be tailored to the child’s specific situation and individual needs, and require the joint efforts of parents and doctors.