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This clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) models a universal system of developmental surveillance and screening for the early identification of conditions that affect children’s early and long-term development and achievement. The report finds that early identification of developmental disabilities can be achieved through the combined processes… Read More
This report describes the findings from the Center for the Study of Social Policy’s qualitative program analysis on the common practices used by innovative primary care sites implementing a variety of evidence-supported programs. Read More
This article from the National Institute for Children’s Health Quality explains how pediatric health professionals can work with families to support the social-emotional development of young children and set them up for a successful future. Read More
This clinical report from the AAP focuses on the need to increase behavioral screening and offers potential changes in practice and the health system, as well as the research needed to accomplish this. Read More
This toolkit contains tips, information, and resources for implementing ASQ developmental and social-emotional screening in your pediatric practice. Read More
This research survey, presented at the 2017 Pediatric Academic Societies Annual Meeting, examined the trends of developmental screening in pediatric settings from 2002–2016 for children less than 36 months of age. Research has indicated that pediatricians’ use of formal developmental screening tools has tripled since 2002. Read More
Use the Screening Tool Finder, developed by the AAP, to discover effective screening tools that can help identify risk and protective factors for maternal depression, developmental concerns, and social determinants of health. Read More
In this video from the American Academy of Pediatrics, Pediatrician Dr. Shelly Flais discusses developmental surveillance recommendations, tips, and resources available to pediatricians, clinicians, and families. Together, surveillance and screening are essential components to promote the optimal development of children. Read More
Developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Screening Time website offers video-based training modules, conversation simulations, a screening tool selector, and a resource center to help pediatric professionals learn more about the screening process for maternal depression, developmental concerns, and social determinants of health. Read More
This learning module, developed by the Association of Maternal & Child Health Program, builds on current needs for the early detection of developmental-behavioral problems in children from birth to five years. Speaker perspectives are provided from a pediatrician, a Title V director and two parent advocates. Read More
