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Intellectual Disability

Intellectual Disabilities usually represent a delay in intellectual milestones – beginning early on usually during childhood, post infancy, and definitely before 18 years of age. These types of conditions are more common in males rather than females.
At Buddhi Clinic, we are able to bring together a unique skill set in managing various forms and levels of Intellectual Disabilities.

While intellectual disability is a lifelong condition, early intervention and appropriate support can help individuals with intellectual disability lead fulfilling lives and achieve their full potential.


We specialise in complete brain and mind care.

At Buddhi, We offer a comprehensive program of blended healing that brings together the best each discipline offers – from Brain Stimulation to Psychological Therapy, Ayurveda to Yoga, Cognitive Stimulation to Naturopathy, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy Access Buddhi Services through Home Care, In-Hospital & Online models.

Signs & Symptoms

There are many different signs of intellectual disabilities in children. Signs may appear during infancy, or they may not be noticeable until a child reaches school age. It often depends on the severity of the disability. Some of the most common signs of intellectual disabilities are:
It is noteworthy that patients with mild forms of Intellectual Disability have multifarious causes for their condition while those with severe intellectual disabilities have predominantly genetic causes. Patients with this disability also have additional problems, seizures and behavioral dysfunction (in about 50% of cases).

Diagnosis

While the diagnosis is clinical, we also need to use brain imaging, electrophysiology & blood tests to rule out reversible causes or contributing factors as well as a thorough pre-rehabilitation assessment including evaluation for co-morbidities (associated conditions). At Buddhi Clinic our assessment includes standard outcome indicators for activities of daily life, quality of life, neuro-disability and mental health.

Treatment

At Buddhi Clinic we analyze intellect, seizures and behaviour in tandem. Our Buddhi Clinic program addresses a gamut of problems – seizures, mood swings, acting out behaviors, delayed self-help skills, problems with emotional expression & socialization, etc. Apart from medication that enhances attention and memory, and improves overall behavioural issues, we have available a range of memory enhancement procedures including –
To learn more, please read our story of how to manage Intellectual Disabilities in The Buddhi Book. Patients with intellectual disabilities may also present additional problems, like seizures and behavioral dysfunction in about 50% of cases. At Buddhi Clinic we analyze intellect, seizures and behavior in tandem. Our Buddhi Clinic program addresses a wide range of problems like seizures, mood swings, acting out behaviors, delayed self-help skills, problems with emotional expression & socialization.

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