Validation of a culturally adapted developmental screening tool for Australian Aboriginal children: Early findings and next steps

Early detection of developmental problems is important for facilitating access to targeted intervention and maximising its positive effects. The later problems are identified, the more likely that they will become increasingly difficult to ameliorate. Standardised developmental screening tools are known to improve detection rates of developmental problems compared to clinical judgement alone and are widely recommended for use with all children. The Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) is a tool that is widely used in Australia.

Source: Early Human Development - August 17, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Samantha Simpson, Anita D ’Aprano, Collette Tayler, Siek Toon Khoo, Roxanne Highfold Source Type: research