 The term
neurodevelopmental disorder is fairly new in developmental medicine and
related fields. It refers to a group of difficulties wherein there are
gaps, delays or variations in the way a child’s brain develops. It can
be caused by genetic, environmental, or unspecified reasons, many of
which are not yet known. We do know however that these dysfunctions
often interfere with learning, behavior and adaptability across
environments. Neurodevelopmental problems affect one out of every 20
children.
Because of the brain disruption which is at the root of all
neurodevelopmental disorders, there are several common features across
the variety of disorders in this group. Some of these include
difficulties with motor development, sensory integration difficulties,
speech and language delays and a range of cognitive difficulties
including learning disabilities, poor organizational skills, poor self
regulation and behavioral difficulties.
The types of problems are numerous and wide-ranging. For a listing of
known neurodevelopmental disorders please follow this link:
http://www.kennedykrieger.org/kki_2nd_inside.jsp?pid=3
Another site with good information regarding neurodevelopmental
disorders is:
http://www.umm.edu/pediatrics/peds-development.html
And remember to come back here after you have finished looking.
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