| Abstract: | Examines the challenge faced by psychologists to ensure adequate and appropriate assessment and intervention for young children (birth–6 yrs of age) who have developmental disabilities including emotional, cognitive, sensory, and physical handicaps. Three major problem areas are considered: (1) determining who should provide services, (2) defining what clinical procedures are both appropriate and nondiscriminatory, and (3) obtaining training for assessment and treatment. It is concluded that as health care providers and trainers of practitioners, psychologists must seriously consider the challenge of providing the services to handicapped infants and young children. (33 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
