What should be done about mentally retarded children

Patient's question:

My wife gave birth to a child for me, and now he is 3 years old and ready to go to kindergarten. However, the child's teacher told me that my child takes a long time to think about problems and often doesn't find answers, suggesting that he might not be very smart. So, I took him to a nearby hospital for a check-up. The doctor told me that my child suffers from mental retardation.

Doctor's answer:

There are many causes of intellectual disability. Children with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities can only reach the intellectual level of an average eight-year-old in adulthood. This means that your brother does not have sexual awareness and his reaction is purely a physiological instinct. However, it is also necessary to teach him about gender awareness so that he understands the differences between himself and girls. Women in the household should not treat him like a child by hugging and kissing him, as this will confuse his understanding of gender. He should be taught to close the door when using the toilet and to avoid casual physical contact with women. With persistent effort over the long term, he will develop conditioned reflex habits. Keep up the good work!

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