Question
How is pediatric intellectual disability formed?
Answer
According to understanding, pediatric intellectual disability may be caused by various factors. For example, during pregnancy, if the mother is infected with bacteria or uses medication improperly, or suffers from an accidental injury such as a fall, it may affect the development of the fetus. Additionally, habits such as malnutrition, drug abuse, or drug intake can also lead to low intelligence at birth. During labor, premature birth, difficult labor, or other complications may cause poor brain development or damage in children, leading to intellectual disability. In the infant and toddler stage, seizures, hypoglycemia, bacterial infections such as meningitis and jaundice, as well as malnutrition or accidental brain injuries can disrupt intellectual development.