Question 1

can a adult have a developmental delay?

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: Developmental delay is usually used as a description for young children, less than 8 years of age. After that, there is generally a diagnosis such as cognitive impairment/intellectual disability, learning disability, ADHD, autism, etc.  But, if an an adult has not had this evaluation to help identify a more specific concern, the term "developmental delay" might be used.

Question 2

can a developmental delay be permanent?

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: The label developmental delay is a vague term that notes the individual has not met expected milestones for function compared to most their age.When applied correctly, it suggests an expectation that there may be permanent deficits. However, each individual case has variables such that no broad statement that it applies to all would be correct. Some will catch up, some will have deficits forever.

Question 3

what's a first noticeable developmental delay?

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Eye contact: The very first thing in development is that the infant will prefer to look at a face, notably the parent.  If that dosen't happen by 2 months, there is a problem.

Question 4

what is considered  childhood developmental delay?

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In young children: The term is used to describe lags in attaining developmental milestones in a child too young to have formal iq testing. If response to therapy shows development at a typical or accelerated rate, the child may catch up. If the child continues to develop at a slower rate & has cognitive function significantly below avg. On iq testing ~ age 6, the term intellectual disability is then used.

Question 5

what are the tests for developmental delay in child?

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Many: There are many screening test for development used by most if not all pediatricians. The denver developmental screening is all about milestones and is often the guide to many of the questions on screening tests. We are constantly looking for any delays every time i see children.

Question 6

how will i know if my child has a developmental delay?

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Developmental: Your pediatrician should be able to tell if there are significant delays.  However, there are a number of assessment tool, one of the more common is ages and stages that are specific for ages and help not only assess fine, gross motor, but communication (verbal, non-verbal), socialization, etc.  You could ask your doctor to use this to see where your child is compared to his or her peers.

Question 7

could you explain what is childhood developmental delay?

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Broad features: An infant is born with the basic physical ability to control the muscles needed to feed, lift and turn the head some and while engage parents with visual recognition. As they move through childhood, they acquire new skills. Failing to do so in a single area like motor skills, would be labeled motor delay.Failing in many areas, including motor, speech and language and social skills would be global.

Question 8

what are the symptoms associated with developmental delay?

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Obvious: It simply means that an infant is not meeting developmental landmarks, e.g. Sitting up, crawling, walking, speech etc.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: developmental delay?

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Delayed milestones: A chronological delay in the appearance of normal developmental milestones achieved during infancy and early childhood, caused by organic, psychological, or environmental factors.

Question 10

what should i do if i am concerned about my child having a developmental delay?

Accepted Answer

Tell his doctor: If you have any developmental concerns address them with your pediatrician. This way you can get your child the care they need be it an evaluation through an early intervention service, through a school district, or privately.

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