2. What is Developmental Delay?
A developmental delay is when a child does not reach their expected
developmental milestones. These delays can be considered as either major or
minor in their severity. A child who is temporarily lagging behind is not
considered as developmentally delayed.
3. Symptoms of Developmental Delay
Symptoms of a developmental delayvary depending on the type of
delay the child experiences. A child may have a language and speech
delay if by 3 to 4 months they are not responding to loud noises, are
not babbling, or are not trying to imitate sounds.
4. Treatment for Developmental Delay
To treat a speech delay it is important to seek an evaluation by a speech-
language pathologist. This specialist will communicate with your child,
read to them, reinforce speech throughout the day, and treat ear
infections which may cause the delay to occur.
5. Eligibility Criteria for Disability Tax Credit for Developmental Delay
Developmental delays would qualify under a variety of different disability
sections depending on the type of delay. For example, a cognitive delay
would fall under the category mental functions. Mental functions required
for everyday life includes adaptive functioning, memory, problem solving,
goal setting, and judgment.
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