Know about Intellectual Disability

  CAUSES OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY Intellectual disabilities, also known as intellectual developmental disorders (IDD) or cognitive impairments, can have various causes. These causes can be classified into two broad categories: genetic and environmental factors . It's important to note that intellectual disabilities can range from mild to severe, and the causes can vary from individual to individual. There are two causes of intellectual disabilities: a) Genetic factors b) Environmental factors: 1) prenatal factor 2) perinatal factor 3) Neonatal factor a) GENETIC FACTOR: Genetic factors play a significant role in the development of intellectual disabilities. There are several genetic conditions and abnormalities that can cause intellectual disabilities. Here are some examples: Down syndrome: Down syndrome is the most common genetic cause ...