Question

1. Define and give examples of a Developmental Delay

2. Explain the rational for Early Intervention

3. Identifies services that support children birth - age 3

Answer 1

1) Developmental Delay is defined as a minor or major delay in the process of development in a child; thus means that child does not reach their developmental milestones at the time it is expected. For example, few babies start to walk as young as 8 months, while other babies don’t initiate their first steps until 14 months. Similarly some kids start to speak at the age 18 months of while others who don't may be just a little behind in that one skill.

2) High quality early intervention services can change the developmental path of a child and enhance the outcomes for children with developmental delays, special concerns, or other needs. The families and communities would also benefit with intervention by being able to meet the needs of children’s in a better approach from an early age and throughout their lives

3) Early Intervention gives affordable, evidence-based physical, social, cognitive, and adaptive therapies for children below the age of 3 years who are at risk or are experiencing developmental delays