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Pediatricians are specialists in a child’s development, and their clinics are where formal developmental screenings primarily take place. These screenings can occur during the following age periods: 9 months, 18 months, 24 months, and 30 months. During the developmental screening, parents are asked questions about their child. The screening is not very long and doesn’t require detailed preparation. The answers to the questions are based on the observations of the parents, family, or caregivers. These questions probe how your child develops communication, social, and problem-solving skills, behavioral and emotional growth, and physical abilities. If, during the screening, the pediatrician is concerned about the child and their development, then the doctor suggests the much-needed professional support/therapy, and so on.
The critical issue of early screening and diagnosis has occurred in recent years among the medical community and pediatricians. Early identification of children with ASD or other developmental disorders has severe ramifications for their treatment, surfacing of other health issues, family dysfunction, peer difficulties, educational setbacks, and even dependency on others in life. Successful early screening of ASD, etc. means that the pediatricians are skilled with the screening tests, as well as being aware of the strengths & limitations of the screening.
Early screening at the pediatrician’s lays the groundwork for the child and the family to get access to help and much-needed resources. Research is clear that early intervention treatment services enable a better quality of life for the child (and the family). It could be language, social cohesion, communication, or life skills needed to be productive community members. So, if you feel something is amiss with your baby/toddler, reach out to your pediatrician for a consultation and a screening.
Caliber facilitates an early developmental screening. Please get in touch with us to find out more.
Early developmental screening is a vital step toward understanding your child’s unique needs and ensuring timely support. At Caliber Autism, our specialized autism testing services provide accurate evaluations and actionable insights to guide your child’s development. Don’t wait—contact us today to learn more about how we can support you and your family on this journey.
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