Question
Our child has difficulty concentrating, is developing slowly, and has an intellectual disability. What are the treatment methods for intellectual disability?
Answer
Most cases of intellectual disability in children are caused by genetic or congenital diseases, mainly including chromosomal abnormalities such as Trisomy 21 and Trisomy 18, as well as congenital hypothyroidism, which can also lead to intellectual disability. It is recommended to have the child undergo specific examinations to confirm the cause. If the intellectual disability is caused by genetic chromosomal abnormalities, there are no effective treatment methods; if it is caused by congenital metabolic disorders, lifelong medication can be taken to control the expansion. There are many treatment methods for intellectual disability, but since the patient’s condition varies, the medical treatment methods also differ. Therefore, it is suggested that patients seek early diagnosis and treatment upon discovering symptoms.