ChildWeCare: An Innovative System for the Surveillance and Care of Early Childhood Development Disorders in Thailand

Area of Science:

• Pediatrics
• Developmental Psychology
• Health Informatics

Background:

• Thailand faces a significant challenge with 27.20-32.50% of preschool children experiencing developmental delays.
• Early intervention and consistent stimulation are crucial for normal development in affected children.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and implement the ChildWeCare innovation system for monitoring and supporting children aged 0-5 with developmental delays.
• To provide parents with tools and guidance for their child's development.

Main Methods:

• The ChildWeCare system was developed, incorporating a MySQL database for storing child, parent, and intervention data.
• Qualified personnel assisted parents, and personalized homework assignments were provided for child training.
• Participant enrollment and service delivery through the system were successfully implemented.

Main Results:

• The ChildWeCare system's database effectively stores comprehensive child development information.
• Pilot testing indicated a high level of satisfaction among parents using the system.
• The system facilitated the provision of specific interventions and tailored homework for each child.

Conclusions:

• The ChildWeCare system offers valuable guidance on stimulation techniques for children's specific developmental needs.
• Preliminary findings support the system's potential for broader application in Health Region 1 and nationwide.
• Further implementation could significantly improve early childhood developmental support.