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The prevalence of developmental delay among children aged 3-60 months in Izmir, Turkey

A Demirci1, M Kartal1

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, Dokuz Eylul University School of Medicine, Izmir, Turkey.

Child: Care, Health and Development
|October 24, 2015
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This study found a 6.4% prevalence of developmental delay in children aged 3-60 months in Izmir, Turkey. Early identification and risk factor analysis are crucial for improving children's quality of life.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Pediatrics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Developmental delay encompasses delays in speech, motor, social-emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Global prevalence estimates for developmental delay in children range from 5% to 15%.
  • No prior prevalence studies on developmental delay have been conducted in primary care settings in Turkey.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of developmental delay among children aged 3-60 months in Izmir, Turkey.
  • To identify potential risk factors associated with developmental delay in this population.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted.
  • 1514 children aged 3-60 months were recruited from 12 primary health centers in Izmir.
  • Mothers were interviewed face-to-face using the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ), Turkish version.

Main Results:

  • The overall prevalence of developmental delay was 6.4% (95% CI: 5.2-7.7%).
  • Prevalence varied by age group, ranging from 3.3% to 12.1%.
  • Significant associations were observed between developmental delay and maternal age, parental education, family socio-economic level, and consanguineous marriage.

Conclusions:

  • Early identification of developmental delay using validated tools like the ASQ is vital in primary care.
  • Identifying risk factors aids in targeted interventions.
  • Early referral to rehabilitation services can improve children's long-term quality of life.
Abstract

Keywords:
Ages and Stages Questionnairesdevelopmental delayprevalenceprimary care

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