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12th Edition of International Conference on

Neurology and Neurological Disorders

June 22-24, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

Neurodevelopmental Assessment Tools

Neurodevelopmental Assessment Tools

Neurodevelopmental assessment tools are instruments used by healthcare professionals to evaluate the cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development of infants, children, and adolescents. These tools provide valuable information about a child's developmental progress and help identify any developmental delays or disorders that may require intervention. Neurodevelopmental assessments typically encompass a range of domains, including gross and fine motor skills, language and communication abilities, cognitive function, social interaction, and adaptive behavior. These assessments are tailored to different age groups and developmental stages, with specific tools designed for use in infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, and adolescents. Examples of commonly used neurodevelopmental assessment tools include the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, which assesses cognitive, motor, and language skills in children from birth to 42 months; the Denver Developmental Screening Test, which screens for developmental delays in children aged birth to six years; and the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, which measures cognitive abilities in children and adolescents aged 6 to 16 years. Neurodevelopmental assessment tools may be administered by various healthcare professionals, including pediatricians, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and developmental specialists. These assessments can help identify developmental delays or disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, intellectual disability, or cerebral palsy, allowing for early intervention and appropriate management. In conclusion, neurodevelopmental assessment tools are essential instruments used by healthcare professionals to evaluate the developmental progress of children and adolescents, identify any developmental delays or disorders, and facilitate early intervention and appropriate management to optimize outcomes for children with neurodevelopmental challenges.

Committee Members
Speaker at Neurology and Neurological Disorders 2026 - Ken Ware

Ken Ware

NeuroPhysics Therapy Institute, Australia
Speaker at Neurology and Neurological Disorders 2026 - Robert B Slocum

Robert B Slocum

University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
Speaker at Neurology and Neurological Disorders 2026 - W S El Masri

W S El Masri

Keele University, United Kingdom
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