WHOSE NORM IS IT ANYWAY? THE CHALLENGES OF DEVELOPMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION IN A MULTI-CULTURAL SOCIETY
Outline:
The importance of developmental screening and early intervention are well recognised, however implementing these strategies in a multi-cultural society can be challenging. This session will explore some of the challenges associated with using standardised developmental assessment tools across different cultures as well as discuss pragmatic and innovative responses at a clinical and research level.
Objectives:
- To identify the most commonly used developmental outcome measures being used in a number of diverse contexts
- To discuss the challenges of administering and interpreting developmental outcome measures
- To explore approaches to early intervention in different settings
- Identify gaps and research needs
