Developmental screening is a routine diagnostic procedure used to identify any potential developmental delays.

Early detection is a valuable tool in treating nearly every condition, in order to end the problem before it spreads and prevent future damage. Developmental screenings can identify delays that can indicate autism, intellectual disability, and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, among others.

Screenings can be performed through simple questioning and questionnaires during a regular checkup to ensure that your child is progressing at a rate that is considered normal. This takes only a few minutes at each doctor's visit, but can play a major role in identifying and then treating early developmental conditions.