Understanding Developmental-Behavioral Screening Measures
In 2012, Pediatrics in Review published this article, which explains how and why using standardized screening tools in pediatric practices is crucial to child development.
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Impact of Implementing Developmental Screening at 12 and 24 Months in a Pediatric Practice
This study, published by Pediatrics in 2007, investigated the effectiveness and costs of incorporating ASQ developmental screening, into the 12- and 24-month well-child visits under “real world” conditions.
Findings and Implications of Developmental Screening for High-Risk Children Referred to a Tertiary Developmental Disability Center
This journal article, which was published in a 2014 issue of the Journal of Pediatric Health Care, shows agreement between scores on the ASQ-3, the M-CHAT, and SCQ.
ASQ-3 Parent Conference Sheet
Holding a parent–teacher conference to share ASQ-3 results? Use this form to take notes and help guide your conversation.
All About Developmental Screening
Not all parents or caregivers may be familiar with developmental screening. This handout answers the ‘what’ and ‘why’ about the importance of developmental screening.
First Signs, Inc.
First Signs works to improve screening and referral practices and to lower the age at which young children are identified with autism and related disorders.
Make the First Five Count Initiative
Easter Seals offers early identification and intervention services for parents and caregivers. Free ASQ-3 screenings in English and Spanish are provided.
Birth to 5: Watch Me Thrive!
Birth to 5: Watch Me Thrive! is a federal effort to encourage universal developmental and behavioral screening for children, and support for the families and providers who care for them.
CDC and Developmental Screening
Visit this webpage from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to learn more about developmental screening and monitoring.
Score Adjustment Chart for ASQ-3
Occasionally, parents or caregivers may skip items on ASQ questionnaires. Use this chart to calculate adjusted area scores when items are missing from ASQ-3 questionnaires.