Question
Can intelligence be genetically inherited? If one of the couple has a family history of intellectual disability, what checks should they undergo before pregnancy?
Answer
If the husband’s grandmother and aunt have congenital intellectual disability, but his father and he himself have normal intelligence, then the child they will have in the future may be affected by genetics and have intellectual issues. If there is a suspicion of genetic intelligence inheritance, it is recommended to undergo a chromosome test before pregnancy and maintain a regular diet, avoiding cold, spicy, fried, and pickled foods to protect the health of the spleen and stomach.