What are the chances of mental retardation?

I have a 5 month old child who had a double-stroke shortly after birth.  We started early intervention during his 2nd week after birth.  Currently, he is doing very well (looks and seems to act like any other normal baby his age) and is VERY alert and seems to think a lot, especially when shown flashcards with numbers, letters, colors and shapes.  My husband and I are concerned about his cognitive development.  What are his chances of mental retardation?  He's so alert and is meeting his milestones, thus far.

[Jessica L Thomason Sassi, Ph.D., BCBA-D]

Unfortunately, I don't think I can answer this question, as this forum specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorders, and the background of the doctors on this forum is in Applied Behavior Analysis, not neurology or other organic disorders.  I would recommend that you contact your pediatrician, who should be able to better answer your question (or at least point you in the direction of someone who can).

On a positive note, I am happy to hear that your son is doing well and seems to be progressing normally!  Good luck to your family.

[carosaz]

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[cetta5]

Hi,
Did you take the baby to a neurologist after he was born?  What did they say?  Trying to bump you so one of the experts will answer.  I know it is a terrible cross to worry when you child is growing and you had a terrible scare when he was born, but have faith, he will be fine.

cetta