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A Case Report of Failure to Thrive Caused by Parental Intellectual Disability: The Invisible Population

Atirah Az-Zahrah Abu Bakar1, Azidah Abdul Kadir1, Nursuhaila Idris1

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Health Campus, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Malaysia.

Korean Journal of Family Medicine
|May 19, 2020
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Parents with intellectual disabilities can lead to child neglect and failure to thrive. Early identification and interdepartmental support are crucial for mitigating health problems in affected children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Child Neglect

Background:

  • Intellectual disabilities in parents present unique challenges in primary care settings.
  • Parental disabilities can impact a child's health and development, often leading to neglect.
  • Failure to thrive (FTT) in children can stem from complex psychosocial factors.

Observation:

  • A 9-month-old girl experienced recurrent pneumonia and multiple hospital admissions.
  • The child was diagnosed with failure to thrive, indicating developmental issues.
  • Child neglect was identified as the underlying cause, linked to parental intellectual disabilities.

Findings:

  • The case highlights a direct correlation between parental intellectual disabilities and pediatric health complications.
  • Failure to thrive in this instance was a consequence of undiagnosed psychosocial challenges.
  • Interdepartmental collaboration was essential for addressing the child's complex medical and social needs.

Implications:

  • Primary care providers must be vigilant in identifying FTT cases with potential psychosocial etiologies.
  • Early intervention and comprehensive support systems are vital for children in families with parental disabilities.
  • Addressing parental disabilities and child neglect requires a multidisciplinary approach to ensure child welfare and health outcomes.

Keywords:
Case ReportChild AbuseChild CustodyFailure to ThriveParental Intellectual Disability

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