What is Developmental Screening?
Developmental screening is the administration of a brief standardized tool aiding the identification of children at risk of a developmental disorder. Developmental screening that targets the area of concern is indicated whenever a problem is identified during developmental surveillance.
What Does the Academy Recommend?
The Academy recommends developmental surveillance at every well-child visit and developmental screening using formal, validated tools at 9, 18, and 30 months or whenever a parent or provider concern is expressed. Surveillance and screening activities should be performed within the medical home and coordinated with tracking and intervention services available in the community.