Q: good day i'm looking for a child development centre or doctor that can assess my daughter speech, she's 2years 2months. we are based in johannesburg. thank you?

Medical school: Call one of the pediatric hospitals or medical schools in Johannesburg and ask for the Child Development Center. They will have a variety of experts on staff that can assess the child's development and assess areas associated with delays found, such as an audiologist evaluation if there is a speech delay. You need to do some of the leg work in finding out what's available where you live!

Q: child development and psychological child development my baby lives w his mom renting a room at 1 family home. the couple that own the house has 1 kid almost 3 yrs old. my baby is 2.3 yrs old. i see already that there is a huge conflict of interest. two m

Do : Do you plan to use the response for custody purposes? I always wonder, because invariably there will some variability between the information provided by each parent. While, not ideal, what needs to be balanced into the equation is if your toddler's mother is consistent with him; if she takes care of his needs and if she is able to show him love. When a child's parents aren't together; often the situation isn't ideal; but people do the best they can. If you believe that your child's situation isn't ideal; are there things you can think of to help his mother with a solution?

Q: what factors influence child growth and development?

Genetic, epigenetic,: biological &amp; environmental factors interact to determine developmental trajectory. Translational research, the study of how the latter 2 factors trigger physical &amp; behavioral expression of both normal &amp; altered genes, may reveal ways to modify pre- &amp; post-natal environmental &amp; physical factors for all babies' optimal development, as whole genome testing will soon be affordable for clinical use.

Q: is there any medical condition where a child/teenager has a more higher mental age of maturity/personal development than his actual age would suggest?

No: Children and teen agers can certainly be emotionally and intellectually more developed than they should be for their age, but that's not a medical condition. If, on the other hand, they are physically more developed than they should be, like a six year old who is entering puberty, then that is a medical problem, and it should be addressed quickly.

Q: how can health affect a childs development?

It can be huge...: A child's general health can definitely affect a child's development, both neurologically and physically. Chronic malnutrition or specific nutritional deficiencies or serious health problems and their treatments (cancer, cystic fibrosis, etc.) can have profound affects on a child.

Q: how can i help stimulate my child's development?

Reading is best!: Daily reading to your child is one of the best ways to stimulate his/her development. It is known that a child's receptive language skills develop before the expressive skills. It is so very important to talk with your child such that he/she hears the words that will be necessary for future speech. Lastly, the close interaction between parent & child while reading is a great bonding experience!

Question 1

what is the definition or description of: child development?

Accepted Answer

Established norms: Through observations of groups of kids, normative stages have been established for children, i.e. We know the approximate ages that kids begin to sit up, walk, talk, use the potty, and make compromises socially. In referring to these established norms, parents and professionals can see if individual kids are within the expected range of physical and psychological development.

Question 2

can levothroid pills during pregnacy lead to child development issues?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Untreated thyroid disease may create some complications.  Congenital hypothyroid(low) can lead to retardation but is usually screened for in the newborn nursery in the U.S.

Question 3

how is child development impacted by having a stay-at-home mom as opposed to a working mom?

Accepted Answer

Either is fine: The most important aspect in a child's development is providing a stimulating environment and interaction with other people, including kids their own age.  This can be achieved in both situations of a stay-at-home mom (reading, interactive play, Mom &amp; Me groups) or working mom (daycare centers, family members).  Regular check-ups with the pediatrician also assess proper development in toddlers.

Question 4

is there any websites or cartoons that help with child development ? i'm looking for some that help small children learn faster .

Accepted Answer

Studies show that: Viewing tv/videos actually delays language development in kids < 2 years old, so the american academy of pediatrics recommends no viewing till 2, then a maximum of 2 hours/day screen time & no tv/electronics in a child's bedroom. Parental reciprocal social interaction & communication are vital. Read, play, talk & interact with children even if you choose to  use electronic "learning " programs.

Question 5

good day

i'm looking for a child development centre or doctor that can assess my daughter speech, she's 2years 2months.
we are based in johannesburg.

thank you?

Accepted Answer

Medical school: Call one of the pediatric hospitals or medical schools in Johannesburg  and ask for the Child Development Center. They will have a variety of experts on staff that can assess the child's development and assess areas associated with delays found,  such as an audiologist evaluation if there is a speech delay. You need to do some of the leg work in finding out what's available where you live!

Question 6

child development and psychological child development my baby lives w his mom renting a room at 1 family home. the couple that own the house has 1 kid almost 3 yrs old. my baby is 2.3 yrs old. i see already that there is a huge conflict of interest. two m

Accepted Answer

Do : Do you plan to use the response for custody purposes?  I always wonder, because invariably there will some variability between the information provided by each parent.  While, not ideal, what needs to be balanced into the equation is if your toddler's mother is consistent with him; if she takes care of his needs and if she is able to show him love.  When a child's parents aren't together; often the situation isn't ideal; but people do the best they can. If you believe that your child's situation isn't ideal; are there things you can think of to help his mother with a solution?

Question 7

what factors influence child growth and development?

Accepted Answer

Genetic, epigenetic,: biological &amp; environmental factors interact to determine developmental trajectory. Translational research, the study of how the latter 2 factors trigger  physical &amp; behavioral expression of both normal &amp; altered genes, may reveal ways to modify pre- &amp; post-natal environmental &amp; physical factors for all babies' optimal development, as  whole genome testing will soon be affordable for clinical use.

Question 8

is there any medical condition where a child/teenager has a more higher mental age of maturity/personal development than his actual age would suggest?

Accepted Answer

No: Children and teen agers can certainly be emotionally and intellectually more developed than they should be for their age, but that's not a medical condition.  If, on the other hand, they are physically more developed than they should be, like a six year old who is entering puberty, then that is a medical problem, and it  should be addressed quickly.

Question 9

how can health affect a childs development?

Accepted Answer

It can be huge...: A child's general health can definitely affect a child's development, both neurologically and physically. Chronic malnutrition or specific nutritional deficiencies or serious health problems and their treatments (cancer, cystic fibrosis, etc.) can have profound affects on a child.

Question 10

how can i help stimulate my child's development?

Accepted Answer

Reading is best!: Daily reading to your child is one of the best ways to stimulate his/her development. It is known that a child's receptive language skills develop before the expressive skills. It is so very important to talk with your child such that he/she hears the words that will be necessary for future speech. Lastly, the close interaction between parent & child while reading is a great bonding experience!

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