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    Area of Science:

    • Neurodevelopmental disorders
    • Pediatric neurology
    • Child psychology

    Background:

    • Minimal brain dysfunction (MBD) and learning disabilities (LD) are associated with neurological abnormalities.
    • Understanding the developmental trajectory of these neurological signs is crucial for early intervention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of minor neurological signs in children with MBD and LD.
    • To examine how these neurological signs change with age.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of minor neurological signs between a cohort of children with MBD/LD and a control group.
    • Longitudinal observation of neurological sign manifestation across different age groups.

    Main Results:

    • Children with MBD/LD demonstrated significantly more minor neurological signs compared to controls.
    • Many neurological signs diminished or resolved by age 11.
    • Younger children with MBD/LD exhibited deficits in higher-level CNS functions like language and motor coordination.

    Conclusions:

    • Minor neurological signs are more common in children with MBD/LD.
    • Age-related resolution of neurological signs suggests a dynamic developmental process.
    • Early identification of neurological deficits is important for addressing developmental lags in children.