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Md. Mostafa Koreshi

 
 

Age: 16

Gender: Male

School: Society for the Welfare of Autistic Children (SWAC)

Type of Disability: Mental Retardation, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Sponsor Mostafa

Diagnosis:

Mostafa has been diagnosed with mild Intellectual Disability at the age of 4. Intellectual disability (or ID) is a term used when a person has certain limitations in cognitive functioning and skills, including communication, social and self-care skills. These limitations can cause a child to develop and learn more slowly or differently than a typically developing child. He also has Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children.

Some common features of ID-

  • Learning and developing more slowly than other children same age
  • Difficulty communicating or socializing with others.
  • Trouble learning in school.
  • Inability to do everyday tasks like getting dressed or using the restroom without help.

Symptoms of ADHD- 

  • Inattention (not being able to keep focus), 
  • Hyperactivity (excess movement that is not fitting to the setting) and 
  • Impulsivity (hasty acts that occur in the moment without thought).

Family Background:

Mostafa is a child with disabilities and comes from an underprivileged family. He has difficulties in studies and needs extensive support. He lives with his family in Dhaka. His father worka as a day labor. His mother is a housewife. As her father is the only earning member of their family he is unable to afford the expenses required to provide special support for Mostafa in education, therapies or doctor’s treatment.

Family Income:

Monthly, 10 thousand (10,000/-) BDT

Mostafa’s Difficulties:

  • Less communication.
  • Hyperactive and aggressive behavior. 
  • Sensory problem. 
  • Dental problem. 
  • Fine motor skills are not developed, can’t hold  
  • Lack of social communication and understanding. 

Special Skills & Achievements:

  • Mostafa is passionate about drawing and painting.
  • He likes to study.