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This study developed a screening tool to detect language development issues in 2.5-year-old children. The pilot demonstrated the screen

Area of Science:

Pediatric language development
Childhood developmental screening

Background:

Early identification of language impairments is crucial for intervention.
Developmental surveillance provides opportunities for screening young children.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the initial development of a screening instrument for impaired language development.
To evaluate the feasibility and preliminary accuracy of the screen in a community setting.

Main Methods:

Pilot study involving 40 children aged 2.5 years.
Screening conducted during routine developmental surveillance at a Community Health Centre.

Main Results:

The developed screening instrument showed promising sensitivity and specificity.

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The screen is suitable for further investigation and validation.

Conclusions:

The study provides a foundation for a reliable language development screening tool for toddlers.
Findings are relevant for healthcare professionals developing similar screening procedures.