Is a 8-month-old boy who speaks late and drools having a intellectual problem?

Patient's question:

A 8-month-old boy is late in responding and drools—is it intellectual disability? Drooling and late response do not mean he will never speak; sometimes he can say a few words, such as (walk, goodbye,, etc.) Previous treatment history and effectiveness: No treatment What kind of assistance is desired: Want to see if it is intellectual disability

Doctor's answer:

Common factors that interfere with language and cognitive development: 1. Intellectual issues. If there is a delay in cognitive development, it generally leads to a comprehensive delay in language development, including language comprehension, language expression, and articulation disorders; 2. How to deal with the oppositional behavior of autism? This behavior manifests as a dislike for social interaction, preferring to play alone, poor eye contact, and delayed language development. It is necessary to undergo screening in a formal hospital; 3. Problems with the speech organs, such as congenital cleft lip and palate.