What is "developmental delay"?
A kid is said to have a developmental delay when they have delays in reaching developmental milestones when compared to peers their own age. The degree of developmental delay can be further classified into three categories, first mild (functional age < 33% below chronological age), second moderate (functional age 34%–66% of chronological age), and third severe (functional age is less than 66% of chronological age). A significant delay in child development is when the performance of the child is two or more standard deviations below the mean on age-appropriate standardized norm-referenced testing (usually conducted in secondary or tertiary care settings.TalktoAngel with its development delay online counselling enables parents of infants and toddlers with developmental impairments to access various support services from a top child psychologists in India who are experts in managing developmental delay in children. Seek help from online kid therapy at TalktoAngel for development delay issues as it is important for infants and toddlers to reach important developmental milestones including standing, speaking, and interacting with others.
Types of developmental delay
1. Motor Delays
2. Social, Emotional & Behavioral Delays
3.Speech Delays
Signs & Symptoms
Can’t hold objects
Can’t move eyes
Can’t track mother
Doesn’t babble
Doesn’t react to loud noises
Doesn’t smile
Myths & Facts
Fact : Regular treatment and intervention can improve symptoms and improve well-being.
Fact : Developmental delay is a neurological problem and can be addressed with treatment and early intervention.
Fact : Developmental delay is caused by damage to brain cells and is not contagious.
Fact : People with developmental or intellectual disabilities are always learning, just like neurotypical people.
Fact : It is undoubtedly possible for people with developmental disabilities to marry and have children.
Issues and challenges
FACED BY - THE CHILD-
Social Isolation
Bullying
Temper Tantrums
Defiant Behavior
Poor Health
Conflicts in School
FACED BY -THE FAMILY-
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief
- Caregiver Burnout
- Financial Burden
- Social Alienation
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Treatment of developmental delay
DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES & THERAPIES
1. Online Kid Therapy
a. Occupational therapy,
b. Speech therapy,
2. Behavioral therapy
3. Sensory integration therapy
4. Parent training and support
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Frequently Asked Questions
A slower development than normal development in a child is considered a developmental delay. If a child shows a 50% delay in one of the major areas of development (cognitive, physical, communication including language and speech, social or emotional, or adaptive) he or she is considered to have a developmental delay, early intervention services can benefit in this case. If a child is diagnosed with a physical or mental condition associated with developmental delay or one that has a high chance of resulting in a developmental delay or disability then the child is considered to have a developmental delay. However, you must consider a formal diagnosis from a child psychologist or the best clinical psychologist in India, and seek a session for Kid Therapy.
Development delay or developmental disabilities is a term used to describe disabilities that occur in the developmental years (before age 22). It may be simply caused by a mental or physical impairment or by a combination of both. Development delays cannot be cured permanently—they are life-long and chronic. Concerns in Development delay are not limited to intellectual disability but also include cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and Down Syndrome which effects child development milestones. It may also include injuries such as head injury if the injury occurred before age 22 or other disabilities such as learning disabilities that are related to brain dysfunction. A person who is having a developmental delay will have substantial functional limitations in his/her life basically in two or more of the following areas of major life activities: self-care, language development, expressiveness, self-direction, capacity for self-dependent living or economic self-sufficiency, learning, and mobility.
There are various causes for developmental delay, which can occur before, during, or after birth. In many cases, it is also seen that a person may have a developmental delay that cannot be attributed to any specific cause. Genetic factors also play a role in some cases, also inherited traits or environmental factors such as infections, injuries, lack of oxygen at birth, or exposure to toxic elements, drugs or alcohol can result in developmental delay. Sometimes it is a result of the combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Consider online psychological consultation from the best clinical psychologist or top counsellor online who has expertise in dealing with issues related to developmental delay.
Early intervention for developmental delay means, identifying and providing effective support and therapies as soon as possible to children, who are at risk of poor outcomes. Consultation with good child psychologists through online counseling for development delay helps children to prepare for the future and foster a whole set of personal strengths.
No, developmental delay is not a mental illness, it is biological or environmental, psychological, or a combination of all.
"Although there is no cure for developmental delay, therapies that are directed to the specific area of development delay are found to be effective in helping children catch up to their peers. These types of therapies may include:
Physical Therapy- Physical therapy is often helpful for children with delays in gross motor skills.
Occupational Therapy- This can address fine motor skills, sensory processing, and self-help issues.
Speech and Language Therapy- Speech therapy is typically used to address problems in the areas of understanding and producing language and speech sounds.
Early Childhood Special Education- Early childhood special education provides stimulation for early developmental skills, including play skills.
Behavioral Therapy-This may be needed in some children for behavioral difficulties that affect socially appropriate behaviors.
TalktoAngel has qualified and experienced child psychologists in India who are experts in dealing with Developmental Delay. These online counsellors and development delay counsellor have worked previously on cases of developmental delay and proven techniques to effectively guide and help parents and children facing issues of developmental delay. Specialized online counselor/therapists help you with flexible appointments and personalized and customized intervention plans for development delays all at the tip of your fingers.
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Children generally reach developmental milestones at their own pace, and even some move faster than others. If there are two siblings in the same family then they may reach milestones at different rates. Minor, temporary delays are usually no cause for alarm, they can be handled but an ongoing delay or multiple delays in reaching milestones can be a sign there may be challenges later in life. If your child has Delay in reaching language, thinking, social, or motor skills milestones then you should consult an online kid therapist.
