Intellectual disability

Intellectual disability

1. Intellectual Disability

2. Intellectual Disability Intellectual disability  (or ID) is a term used when a person has certain limitations in cognitive functioning and skills, including communication, social and self-care skills. People with intellectual disabilities can and do learn new skills, but they learn them more slowly. The term " mental retardation " is no longer used, as it's offensive and has a negative tone .

3. IQ (intelligence quotient) IQ (intelligence quotient) is measured by an IQ test. The average IQ is 100 , with the majority of people scoring between 85 and 115 . A person is considered intellectually disabled if they have an IQ of less than 70 to 75 .

4. Symptoms Of Intellectual Disability Failure to meet intellectual milestones. Sitting, crawling, or walking later than other children. Problems learning to talk or trouble speaking clearly. Memory problems and Inability to think logically. Inability to understand the consequences of actions. Childish behavior inconsistent with the child’s age. Lack of curiosity. Learning difficulties as IQ below 70. Inability to lead a fully independent life due to challenges communicating, taking care of themselves, or interacting with others.

5. Behavioral Issues Aggression and dependency. Withdrawal from social activities. Attention-seeking behavior. Depression during adolescent and teen years. Lack of impulse control and passivity. Tendency toward self-injury. Stubbornness and low self-esteem. Low tolerance for frustration. Psychotic disorders and difficulty paying attention. Some people with ID may also have specific physical characteristics. These can include having a short stature or facial abnormalities.

6. Intellectual Disability Criteria According to the American Association of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, an individual has intellectual disability if he or she meets three criteria: IQ is below 70-75. There are significant limitations in two or more adaptive areas (skills that are needed to live, work, and play in the community, such as communication or self-care). The condition manifests itself before the age of 18.

7. Causes Of Intellectual Disability Intellectual disability formerly known as mental retardation can be caused by injury, disease, or a problem in the brain. For many children, the cause of their intellectual disability is unknown. Some causes of intellectual disability such as Down syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Fragile X syndrome, birth defects, and infections can happen before birth. Some happen while a baby is being born or soon after birth. Other causes of intellectual disability do not occur until a child is older; these might include severe head injury, infections or stroke.

8. Treatment Of Intellectual Disability Treatment may include: Behavior therapy. Occupational therapy. Counseling. Medication, in some cases.

9. Levels Of Intellectual Disability Mild intellectual disability. Moderate intellectual disability. Severe intellectual disability. Profound intellectual disability.

10. Levels Of Intellectual Disability Other Intellectual Disability People in this category are often physically impaired, have hearing loss, are nonverbal, or have a physical disability. These factors may prevent your child’s doctor from conducting screening tests. Unspecified Intellectual Disability If your child has an unspecified ID, they will show symptoms of ID, but their doctor doesn’t have enough information to determine their level of disability.

11. Limitations OF Intellectual Disability Someone with intellectual disability has limitations in two areas. These areas are: Intellectual functioning.  Also known as IQ, this refers to a person’s ability to learn, reason, make decisions, and solve problems. Adaptive behaviors.  These are skills necessary for day-to-day life, such as being able to communicate effectively, interact with others, and take care of oneself.