Ranging from mild impairments to severe disorders that require lifelong care, neurodevelopmental issues in children include ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, cerebral palsy, and vision and hearing impairments. Early assessment of neurodevelopmental delays and proper interventions are key to mitigating the severity of these conditions.
In this Q&A, Kathryn E. Gustafson, PhD, a Duke clinical psychologist and child development and behavioral health specialist, describes how early neurodevelopmental assessments are performed, discusses trends associated with neurodevelopmental delays, and offers guidance to help clinicians achieve positive long-term outcomes for their young patients.
Read the full Q&A on the Duke Health website.