Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics – Current Issue

• Family Quality of Life in Children with Severe or Profound Disability: Home Versus Residential Care
  ABSTRACT: Background: Most children with severe and profound intellectual disability (SPID) are cared for in their homes, according to current recommendations. Yet, their families face marked emotional, health, and economic challenges. Aims: The aim of this study was to examine family quality of life (FQOL) along with psychological and health factors among families who raise […]
• Ensuring Optimal Early Childhood Development Globally: Optimism about the Increasing Role of Pediatricians
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• Improving Developmental Screening and Supporting Families with Paid Parent Partners
  Abstract: Objective: The primary goals of the project were to improve rates of developmental screening and appropriate referral for atypical screens for children from birth to 3 years in participating practices and to integrate parent partners (PPs) into primary care. Method: Parents' Place of Maryland, in collaboration with the Maryland Department of Health, developed a […]
• Addressing Suicide Risk in Primary Care: Cost Savings Associated with Diverting Patients From Emergency Departments
  Abstract: Introduction: Integrating behavioral health into primary care ambulatory clinics can improve management of patients presenting with suicidality in medical practices. To date, financial outcomes associated with managing suicidality in integrated care have not been documented. Objective: This study sought to evaluate both course of treatment (e.g., the patient is discharged home and referred to […]