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Screening in Practices Initiative

Developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the Screening in Practices Initiative was established to help improve the health, wellness, and development of children through practice and system-based interventions for early childhood screening, referral, and follow-up.

The Pediatrician’s Role in Optimizing School Readiness

Read the policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to learn how pediatricians can significantly influence school readiness, specifically addressing children’s physical well-being, social-emotional well-being, and cognitive and language development.

Success Story: Canadian Pediatric Group

Discover how the Section of Community Paediatrics, a group of 12 private practices in Calgary, implements ASQ Online. See how ASQ Online has benefited the organization.

Success Story: First 5 Contra Costa

Hear from a mom who trusted her gut regarding concerns about her son’s development, even in the face of reassurances from family members and her son’s pediatrician.

When should you NOT ask parents to complete an ASQ questionnaire?

The main point of screening is to catch children who may be at risk for disabilities, to ensure they get further assessment, and to make sure as many children as possible get needed early intervention services. If children are already diagnosed with a disability, screening is redundant.