Frequently Asked Questions
- What are developmental disabilities?
Developmental Disabilities encompass a broad range of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. - What is the difference between developmental delay and developmental disability?
Developmental delay is when a child didn’t reach one or more of their developmental milestones within the expected age range. With early intervention, most children with a developmental delay overcome their challenges and perform at the same level as their peers.
Developmental disabilities are neurological disorders that usually appear during childhood and persist for the rest of a child’s life. With intensive intervention, children can often overcome some aspects of their challenges but the core challenges may remain throughout adulthood. - What are some types of developmental disabilities?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Cerebral Palsy
Down Syndrome
Hearing loss
Intellectual disability
Learning disability
Vision impairment