What Are the Symptoms of Developmental Delay in Children?
Aug 12, 2021
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Lianli
Introduction
Manifestations of growth and developmental delay in children: delayed physical growth, delayed motor development, delayed language development, delayed cognitive development, and delayed psychological development. Growth and developmental delay is often multifaceted, though it may also present predominantly in one or more specific domains. A single low-value parameter may indicate delay in the corresponding developmental domain.
What are the symptoms of developmental delay in children? Developmental delay in children primarily manifests as delayed physical growth, delayed motor development, delayed language development, delayed cognitive development, and delayed psychological development. Such delays are often multifaceted, commonly involving delays in physical growth, motor skills, and cognitive function.
However, in some cases, the delay may be more pronounced in a specific domain. If measurements of height, weight, and head circumference all fall below the average values for healthy children of the same age, this suggests global developmental delay. In such cases, parents should consult a local hospital for detailed evaluation to determine whether further diagnostic testing is warranted.
If only one of these parameters—height, weight, or head circumference—is below the norm, this may indicate a domain-specific developmental delay. Targeted assessment of that particular area can help determine whether developmental delay is present and assess its severity.
