Established and At Risk

Question 1

established risk

Answer 1

children have known (expected) patterns of developmental delay secondary to the condition that places them in this classification (we know about it = Down’s)

Question 2

at risk

Answer 2

children who have an enhanced probability of displaying patterns of delayed development in the absence of early intervention services (there’s a chance = low-income family)

Question 3

established risk for communication disorders

Answer 3

• chromosomal anomalies/genetic disorders (down’s)
• neurological disorders (tumor)
• congenital malformations (cleft lip/palate)
• inborn errors of metabolism
• sensory disorder (blind/deaf)
• atypical developmental disorder (CMV/failure to thrive)
• severe toxic exposure (substance abuse)
• chronic medical illness
• severe infectious disease

Question 4

at risk factors - biological

Answer 4

• maternal prenatal substance abuse
• severe complications (pre/perinatal)
• asphyxia (no oxygen/blood flow)
• low birth weight
• small for gestational age
• chronic otitis media (ear infection)

Question 5

at risk factors - environmental

Answer 5

• concerns about development, parenting style, interaction
• parent/caregiver with drug/alcohol dependency, history of abuse
• parental education less than 9th grade, unemployment, single parent, adolescent mother
• lack of stable residence, inadequate health care

Question 6

early intervention - part C of individuals with disabilities act

Answer 6

• those with disabilities
• those with established risk
• states can choose to provide services to at-risk
• early intervention: neural circuits are still flexible
• early intervention: supports the family
• programs that include the family are successful
• intervention less costly in early life