Unit 6 3. , 5.3 & 5.4
My analysis on important recognition of early development delay is that it is critical to the child in order to be able to allow them to receive the help that is required to support them in their individual area of delay. This will then allow them to have a better quality of life as they get older although it is a possibility to help them later on in life it becomes a lot more difficult. One developmental delay more often than not leads to more delays which can then lead to behavioural difficult due to frustration, or possible critical circumstance due to the lack of self-esteem, self-worth and confidence.
Social workers are there to help vulnerable children, young people and their families this might include children on the child protection register or disabled children. They provide practical help and advice.
Speech and language therapists assess and treat children and adults who have difficulties with speech and language.
Psychologist is a professional who helps support children who have learning or behavioural difficulties. They provide teachers and practitioners with aimed support programmes for that child once they have identified the child’s needs.
A psychiatrist is a doctor who is trained in mental health problems. This person works alongside other professionals to help diagnose or support children and young people with mental health problems.
Youth justice (YOT) this is based on children with behavioural problems. These people will work with social workers/ parents/carers to help the children with these problems
Physiotherapists help children with their movement especially those who have little or no movement. They are trained to get the maximum movement and skill level.
A specialist nurse provides support for the family/carer and child especially if that child suffers from medical conditions that need specialist care.
Additional learning support staff (SENCO) works within and outside schools providing a range of services to help children who have certain specific educational needs. This might include people like teaching assistants or advisors to provide support and train staff.
Health Visitors are registered nurses or midwives who will check that a baby is meeting the expected pattern of development and will be able to refer the baby to