Children with severe autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often wander away from their homes or other safe environments, placing themselves in harm's way. A new study reveals the effect wandering has on families with children who exhibit this behavior.
Toddler tablet use may hinder attentive, behavioral development
A laboratory-based assessment shows children aged 18 - 32 months old were less likely to listen to attention prompts or their parent's requests when provided an iPad versus a standard toy.
Screening tool identifies kids at high risk for reading disorders
Investigators therefore concluded that ROAR provides an excellent way to identify children at highest risk of having poor reading skills.
Early childhood genetic testing for global developmental delay could reduce misdiagnosis rate
Overall, the findings of the study support the clinical utility of combining trio-WES sequencing with CNV-seq in the etiologic diagnosis and management of early-childhood GDD.
Integrating behavioral health within primary care settings
Donna Hallas, PhD, PPCNP-BC, CPNP, PMHS, FAANP, FAAN, shares her thoughts on the latest issue of Contemporary Pediatrics and how these articles can be utilized in the everyday practice of PNPs.
Effect of Goals-Activity-Motor Enrichment in infants with cerebral palsy
Investigators aimed to assess effectiveness of early and continuous enrichment intervention on motor, cognitive, and functional skills in infants with CP.
Antenatal corticosteroids not linked to child neurodevelopment, study finds
Study in JAMA: Antenatal corticosteroids don't impact neurodevelopment in late preterm children aged 6 years and up.