What is a

developmental & behavioral pediatrician?

Developmental and Behavioral Pediatricians are medical doctors with advanced training in understanding how children grow, learn, and behave. They specialize in evaluating and supporting children with challenges such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech and language delays, dyslexia, and other learning problems.

Conditions commonly diagnosed:

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatricians perform comprehensive evaluations to identify the root of challenges, as well as individual strengths. This often includes a careful review of the child’s medical and developmental history, in-depth discussions with parents, and specialized testing to better understand strengths and areas of difficulty.

  • Autism evaluations to understand how a child communicates, interacts, and processes the world. Tools such as ADOS-2 and CARS-2 are commonly used.
  • ADHD assessments to address challenges with focus, attention, and self-regulation.
  • Dyslexia and learning disability evaluations to uncover why a child may struggle with reading, writing, or schoolwork.
  • Speech and language evaluations for children who are late talkers or have trouble expressing themselves.
  • Developmental delay assessments for skills like walking, writing, social interaction, or play.

A whole-child approach…

After the evaluation, the developmental-behavioral pediatrician creates a personalized plan that may include therapies (such as speech, occupational, or behavioral therapy), educational supports, supplementation, dietary changes, and sometimes medication when appropriate.

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