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404 Has your child or someone you know has been diagnosed with intellectual disability(ID)? If so, this can be a difficult time for you and your family. It is possible that you are hearing this term for the first time, or you may know something about it in parts. This quick guide -Intellectual disability(ID) Factsheet lists all the information that you may need at this time.
Intellectual disability or ID (previously known as MR) is a neurodevelopmental disorder with onset during the developmental period of 5-18 years. It involves both the intellectual and adaptive functioning deficits in conceptual, social and practical domains. However, with good management practices and family involvement, a child diagnosed with intellectual disability(ID) can lead a happy and good life.
Understand your child’s disability.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We would like to acknowledge Dr. Sana Smriti, Neuro-developmental Pediatrician, for providing expert advice and guidance in the preparation of this intellectual disability(ID) factsheet.
Please read and download the factsheet shown above. This contains information about the early signs, symptoms, causes, treatments, and the help one may need to understand and care for one’s child’s health.
If you have questions about Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, or other intellectual disabilities, or have concerns about developmental delays in a child, the Nayi Disha team is here to help. For any questions or queries, please contact our FREE Helpline at 844-844-8996. You can call or what’s app us. Our counselors speak different languages including English, Hindi, Malayalam, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, and Bengali.
DISCLAIMER: Please note that this article is for information purposes only.
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