Guides for parents, in plain language
What the signs mean, how assessments work, and what to do next, written for families.
When a child loses words or skills: understanding regression in children
Is your child losing speech or social skills? Learn what causes regression in children, which medical checks to ask for, and how an assessment helps.
7 min read →Speech and languageMy child is not talking yet: when to seek an assessment
What most children say and do by age 2, the warning signs of a speech or language delay, and when to ask for a hearing check or developmental assessment.
6 min read →AutismSigns of autism in toddlers: what parents can look for
Early signs of autism in young children, how screening at 18 and 24 months works, and when to ask for an assessment. A plain-language guide for parents.
6 min read →ADHDHow ADHD is assessed in children: what to expect
How clinicians assess ADHD in children: the criteria, parent and teacher rating scales, what else is ruled out, and how to prepare. A guide for parents.
6 min read →Assessments explainedWhat is the Vineland-3? Understanding your child's everyday skills
The Vineland-3 describes the everyday skills a child uses: communication, daily living, socialisation and movement. What it covers and how to read the scores.
6 min read →Online assessmentCan a child's developmental assessment be done online?
What research says about online assessments for autism, ADHD and development, what works well over video, what does not, and how to prepare your child.
6 min read →Not sure where to start?
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