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The infant or young child with developmental delay

L R First¹, J S Palfrey

¹Department of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Boston.

The New England Journal of Medicine

|February 17, 1994

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Early identification and ongoing surveillance are crucial for infants and young children with developmental delay. Practitioners must advocate for accessible community services and maintain communication with families and agencies.

Area of Science:

Pediatrics
Developmental Pediatrics
Child Health Services

Background:

Developmental delay affects infants and young children, necessitating early intervention.
One-time screening is insufficient for identifying all children with developmental delays.

Purpose of the Study:

To emphasize the importance of early identification of developmental delay in young children.
To highlight the role of practitioners in advocating for and ensuring access to services.

Main Methods:

Continuous developmental surveillance of infants and young children.
Active advocacy by practitioners for community-based services.
Collaboration with families, schools, and community agencies.

Main Results:

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Early identification leads to timely provision of appropriate services.
Ongoing surveillance is more effective than sporadic screening.
Practitioner advocacy ensures service availability and accessibility.

Conclusions:

Prompt identification and consistent monitoring are key for children with developmental delay.
Practitioners play a vital role in advocating for and facilitating access to essential services.
Effective intervention requires a collaborative approach involving families, educators, and community support systems.