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Woodley Wonderworks A child is considered developmentally young if his or her overall behavior is typical of a child younger in age than that typically associated with his or her actual age. Developmentally young children do progress, as evidenced by their ever-increasing skills and abilities over time. Like all children, they grow at their own pace and in their own unique way.
Quality, age-appropriate, diverse experiences during all stages of growth can enhance and support a child’s development, but can not speed up the natural and individual growth and development process. If a child is developing normally, he or she will “catch up” with peers over time, but if there are any concerns about a child’s development, a professional should be consulted to determine whether diagnostic testing would be helpful.
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