Signs of Intellectual Disability in Children
Disease description:
I noticed that my relative's child, who is only 4 years old now, seems rather dull and slow in reaction. Privately, I suspect the child might have intellectual disability. I would like to know, what are the common signs of intellectual disability in children?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Children with intellectual developmental delays, also known as intellectual disabilities or cognitive impairment, may exhibit some of the following characteristics:
1. **Low intelligence**: The child's intellectual level is significantly below that of peers, making it difficult to adapt to daily life and learning environments. This is typically manifested as poor memory, inattention, and slow response times.
3. **Limited thinking ability**: The child's abstract and logical thinking abilities may be weak, making it difficult to understand and solve complex problems.
4. **Delayed language development**: The child may not develop language skills according to the normal timeline, such as late talking, limited vocabulary, and frequent grammatical errors.
5. **Communication difficulties**: In interactions with others, the child may have trouble understanding others' intentions or expressing their own needs, leading to communication challenges.
