Developmental Disabilities
Developmental disabilities are a group of problems that often
include difficulty with physical, thinking and reasoning (intellectual),
social, or psychological growth and development.
Some early signs of developmental disabilities in children
include:
- Crawling, sitting up, walking, and talking more
slowly (or later) than other children of the same age. A variety of therapies
are available to assist children in learning these skills.
- Not
functioning at the same level as other children of the same age in social
behavior or thinking processes. It is important that a child's thinking ability
and social behavior be closely watched. Appropriate measures should be taken at
school, at home, or in other situations to help a child reach his or her
potential.
Last Revised:
September 20, 2012
Author:
Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Susan C. Kim, MD - Pediatrics & Louis Pellegrino, MD - Developmental Pediatrics
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use.
How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.
To learn more visit Healthwise.org
© 1995-2012 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.
