The Goal: Prediction or Prevention?

The Goal: Prediction or Prevention?

In response to O'Brien et al., who examined predictors of child outcomes among at-risk infants, this article suggests that the goal of prevention and early detection can be more efficiently met if the focus shifts from prediction to ongoing monitoring of children's developmental growth. A...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of early intervention 1996-10, Vol.20 (4), p.294-296
1. Verfasser: BRICKER, DIANE
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
At Risk Persons
Child Development
Disabilities
Early Identification
Early Intervention
Eligibility
Infants
Neonates
Prediction
Predictor Variables
Prevention
Screening Tests
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Zusammenfassung:In response to O'Brien et al., who examined predictors of child outcomes among at-risk infants, this article suggests that the goal of prevention and early detection can be more efficiently met if the focus shifts from prediction to ongoing monitoring of children's developmental growth. A three-step model involving ongoing screening, eligibility determination, and intervention is proposed. (DB)
ISSN:1053-8151
2154-3992
DOI:10.1177/105381519602000402