Patient's question:
The child is already five years old and seems somewhat abnormal, not like a normal child. They always sleep and are slow to react. Is it possible that they have low intelligence? Now, I want to know, what are the criteria for diagnosing low intelligence?Doctor's answer:
Hello. The key to treating intellectual disability is the combination of early stimulation, specialized training, and evolutionary brain development, along with medication. Medication is also very important for treating children with intellectual disability. Additionally, based on the child's intellectual growth and development status, a specialized training plan should be formulated for various aspects such as activities, language, worldview, social interaction, and self-care abilities. This should be done progressively to enhance the child's overall growth and development and improve their intellectual development level. If the child is free of physical motor dysfunction, physical rehabilitation exercises should be implemented simultaneously. There are several methods for treating intellectual disability, but since the condition of each patient is different, the diagnostic methods used will also vary. Therefore, it is recommended that patients seek diagnosis and treatment as soon as symptoms are noticed.