Question 1

what causes developmental delays?

Accepted Answer

Many factors: Developmental delays often just are without much possible explanation. Other times there can be predisposition because of genetics, prematurity, toxin exposure, intrauterine problems, and disease/illness. Interactions with your child of all kinds help development.

Question 2

are developmental delays inherited?

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Yes, some are: Yes, some inherited conditions can cause developmental delays (e.g., down syndrome).  However, there are other non-inherited causes as well (e.g., poor nutrition, trauma).

Question 3

what is a good at-home risk assesment for children for developmental delays?

Accepted Answer

MCHAT: The mchat is a good at home screening tool for autism  https://m-chat.Org  (many pediatricians use it in the office as well)  also healthychildren.Org  click on the ages and stages tab.  Normal milestones are listed for 1 to 3 months, 4 - 7 months etc.

Question 4

would gaining height in my 40s signal i have a disorder like triple xxx? i never had any developmental delays. i'm tall & getting taller. is it xxx?

Accepted Answer

Not XXX: but more likely Growth Hormone ....(acromegaly)
is an outside abnormality.....

In any case have your Primary Care Provider check a few things and if appropriate refer you to a Board Certified ENDOCRINOLOGIST!
Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 5

will ssi qualify someone w/ a diagnosis of " global developmental delays" ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Often children with global developmental delay will be eligible for ssi, mostly because there are often underlying problems as well medically, all of which will mean the family will be involved with alot of specialty care.

Question 6

what do i do if my son have developmental delays? please, need some answers?

Accepted Answer

Call this number: Pediatricians often refer children w/ developmental delays to early intervention programs or Developmental Pediatricians.  There are often long waits to see this type of doctor.  I advise getting a referral to a developmental Pediatrician from your child&#x27;s doctor, but in the meantime call 1-800-515-2229 to find your county&#x27;s Early Start Program, a California service for kids 0-36 mos w/ delays.

Question 7

can a adult have a developmental delay?

Accepted Answer

: 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 8

can a developmental delay be permanent?

Accepted Answer

: 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 9

what's a first noticeable developmental delay?

Accepted Answer

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 10

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.

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