Tools & Frameworks
Tools & Frameworks
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Offers evidence-based guidance on preventing, identifying and addressing developmental difficulties in young children. It highlights effective strategies for early detection and intervention, helps inform the design of integrated early childhood development services, and offers practical recommendations for strengthening health and support systems in resource-constrained settings
Where to look in this resource
Understand available evidence regarding prevention, identification and intervention for developmental difficulties
Description
The review examines risk factors, prevention strategies, approaches to early identification and assessment, and evidence-based interventions, with a particular focus on strengthening the capacity of health systems and frontline providers to support children and families in low- and middle-income settings.
Brief description
A comprehensive overview of the evidence on developmental difficulties in children aged 0-3 years, including cognitive, language, social-emotional, behavioural and neuromotor development.
Keywords
developmental disabilities; early identification; intervention; prevention; health systems
Resource Title
Developmental difficulties in early childhood: prevention, early identification, assessment and intervention in low- and middle-income countries: a review
