Answer to Question #313336 in English for Dimakatso

Question

Can intellectual disability be prevented (10)

Answer 1

Preventing exposure to lead, mercury, and other toxins reduces the risk of disability. Teaching women about the risks of alcohol and drugs during pregnancy can also help reduce risk. Infectious diseases. Certain infections can lead to intellectual disability. Intellectual disability can be prevented to some extent by identifying the causal factors. Measures can be taken in early life to prevent the condition in some cases