Intellectual disability, also known as ID, is a condition diagnosed before age 18 that includes below-average intellectual function and a lack of skills necessary for daily living. There are many causes of intellectual disability, but doctors find a specific reason in only 25% of cases. Some of theRead more
Intellectual disability, also known as ID, is a condition diagnosed before age 18 that includes below-average intellectual function and a lack of skills necessary for daily living. There are many causes of intellectual disability, but doctors find a specific reason in only 25% of cases. Some of the most common causes include genetic conditions like:
1. Down’s syndrome,
2. Pregnancy problems like preeclampsia,
3. Infections,
4. Certain drugs and substance abuse,
5. Deprivation of oxygen during childbirth,
6. Severe head injury,
7. Extreme malnutrition,
8. Infections causing brain damage like meningitis, measles, and whooping cough. or
9. Anything that interferes with brain development can cause intellectual disabilities.
Intellectual disability (ID), formerly known as mental retardation, is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by significantly impaired intellectual and adaptive functioning. It is defined by an IQ under 70, in addition to deficits in two or more adaptive behaviors that affect everyday, generalRead more
Intellectual disability (ID), formerly known as mental retardation, is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by significantly impaired intellectual and adaptive functioning. It is defined by an IQ under 70, in addition to deficits in two or more adaptive behaviors that affect everyday, general living.
Treatment for ID begins with the development of a comprehensive management plan and early interventions to help the child get better learning and communication skills. Therapy options include special education, speech and physical therapy, and family counseling to help the family of the patient cope with the patient’s condition.
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