Plain-language overview
Children develop at different rates, but delays, loss of skills or concerns across movement, speech, learning or coordination may need neurological review. Assessment can help clarify the concern and guide next steps with therapists, schools and other doctors.
Information, not diagnosis
This page cannot determine the cause of a symptom or whether a child needs urgent care. A clinical assessment is individual.
When families may seek assessment
- Delayed sitting, walking, speech or coordination milestones
- Loss of previously acquired skills
- Concerns raised by a school, therapist or doctor
- Developmental concerns after illness, injury or hospital admission
Assessment may include
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Developmental and medical history
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Review of therapy and school reports
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Age-appropriate neurological examination
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Discussion of multidisciplinary support and investigations
Preparing for the consultation
Bring previous reports, current medication details, school or therapy feedback and safely recorded videos of events if available. Never delay emergency care to record a video.