Developmental screening and consultation for children from 2 - 6 years old

Children's development is a remarkable journey marked by exciting milestones. Each stage brings new skills, from the first wobbly steps to a bright smile and a friendly wave. 

Every child develops at their own pace, these milestones vary in many areas, including play, learning, communication, social behaviour, and physical movement,... at different timelines. Based on this milestone, mental health specialists can assess overall development and identify any potential concerns early on.  

The Importance of Early Identification and Screening for Developmental Disorders: 

The exact causes of developmental disorders are still unknown. However, some risk factors may include: Exposure to harmful substances during pregnancy or after childbirth (such as alcohol, tobacco, drugs,...), premature birth, poor nutrition or health problems such as chronic ear infections and vision problems, childhood trauma 

Research suggests that only 20-30% of children with developmental disorders are screened and receive timely support before school age. Developmental screening provides parents with valuable information about their child's development, allowing them to seek appropriate and timely support.. Supporting children before they enter school age offers significant benefits as it lays the foundation for their future success. 

In terms of learning, early screening helps identify difficulties and warning signs of learning and attention disorders in children. In terms of emotional and social aspects, early screening provides an accurate assessment of the child's condition, preventing misdiagnosis or incorrect categorization. Additionally, early intervention helps children develop essential skills, overcome deficiencies, and acquire important abilities, reducing the need for costly interventions later. 

CarePlus Developmental Screening and Consultation for Children from 2 - 6 years old include: 

• Screening and early detection of developmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, speech delay, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, intellectual disability, language difficulties, and learning disorders. 

• Administering intelligence tests like WISC-IV, Nemi II, and evaluating developmental milestones using methods such as VP-MAPP and Vineland II. 

• Supporting parents by addressing communication and interaction challenges, guiding responses to children's behavior, and providing necessary skills to support children with developmental delays. 

Service suitable for children aged 2-6 exhibiting: 

• Delays in motor skills such as rolling, sitting up, crawling, and walking. 

• Poor eye contact, avoidance of others, frequent solitary play, and lack of participation in group activities. 

• Speech delay, lack of language, babbling, repeating others' words without communicative function, and lack of conversational ability. 

• Inability to express hunger, pain, or emotions. 

• Stereotyped, repetitive behaviors. 

• Unusual behaviors that are difficult for adults to understand: clapping hands on legs, jumping, spinning, bringing hands to eyes. 

• Excessive climbing, jumping, and hyperactivity that could be dangerous. 

Screening and Consultation Process: 

Through play-based activities, conversations, and in-depth discussions between mental health specialists and parents, the specialist will screen the child based on language, cognition, thinking, and communication. Following the screening, the specialist will discuss the results with the family, explain them, and offer recommendations. This includes consultation on how to support the child's development, and if necessary, referrals to specialists for further evaluation or intervention services. 

DURATION: 60 minutes per session

CAREPLUS MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT: 

Phone: 0918 714 225 

Email: cmh@careplusvn.com 

Monday - Saturday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM