Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) is a serious neurological complication of measles with no satisfactory treatment options. The prolonged incubation period makes it rare in young children. The occurrence of primary measles infection in infants before age of vaccination can be prevented only by ensuring adequate vaccination of all females in childbearing age. Here, we present a case of an atypical presentation of SSPE in a toddler who contracted measles at 6 months of age.
Background Behavioral problems among young persons with intellectual disabilities (IDs) are pronounced, and it has been of significant concern for field practitioners. Different investigators have used various techniques and methods to study behavioral problems among persons with intellectual disabilities. Objective The study was conducted to examine the concept of behavioral problems from persons with intellectual disabilities. Materials and Methods Persons with ID (n = 13) with DSM 5 diagnosis of mild ID (IQ: 50–69) in ages ranging from 16 to 27 years were selected. For the present study, the qualitative method using Focused Group Discussion (FGD) was used. Results The results suggest that persons with intellectual disabilities have an adequate understanding of their behavioral problems and can make efforts to control their anger and aggression. Conclusion The study's findings showed that persons with an intellectual disability did not have knowledge of only the concept of behavioral problems, but they also employed methods to overcome these behavioral problems. The community needs to be made aware of this to get better opportunities in community participation, thus helping them contribute to society.
Context: It is generally believed that persons with intellectual disability (PWID) do not have sufficient knowledge about sex and sexuality. As there is not much published work from India, such an attitude of clinicians and caregivers appears more to be an assumption. The scant information from other countries on sex and sexuality of the PWID cannot be generalized to India because of cultural differences. Aims and Objectives: The study was conducted to find out knowledge, attitude, and sexual practices among persons with mild intellectual disability (ID). Settings and Design: Thirteen participants with DSM-5 diagnosis of mild ID (intellect quotient [IQ] between 50 and 69) in the age ranging from 16 to 27 years (mean IQ and age was 56.69 and 21.0, respectively) were selected from the Government Rehabilitation Institute for Intellectual Disabilities, Chandigarh. For this study, exploratory method using focus group discussion (FGD) was used. Data was collected using qualitative method of FGD. Results: The results showed that persons with mild ID have knowledge about sex and sexual practices and they are sexually active and are indulging in sexual acts. Conclusion: Based on the findings derived from this research, it is concluded that PWID have knowledge and skills to experience sexual activities. However, findings of this study are limited to only persons with mild ID (IQ: 50-69). Need to sensitize and provide appropriate sexual health care for persons with ID are discussed.
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