An interdisciplinary approach regarding child development evaluation and treatment is very important. The Pediatric Neuropsychology Child Development Center provides biological, psychological, and education collaboration. Neuropsychological evaluation and treatment aid in recognizing if further physiological evaluation/ treatment is necessary (i.e., brain wave, EEG, MRI, metabolic profiles). An interdisciplinary network of health specialists is available: Pediatric Neurology, Developmental Pediatrics, Pediatric Psychiatry, Otology/Audiology Sleep Specialists, Behavioral Psychology, Developmental Ophthalmology and Optometry, Gastroenterology, Nutrition: Environmental Wellness Consultation, Allergy/Immunology, Genetics, Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy among others. We encourage team collaboration with health specialists addressing the multiple underling conditions that can be associated with developmental disorders and evaluating airborne/food/ environmental sensitivities/allergies/toxins that can influence a child’s health and development.

Understanding the biological-social link is not a new idea. Survival of species has always been dependent upon living in harmony with the world. Environmental influences affect digestion, respiration, muscles, skin, and other physiological functions and also impact mental functions of attention, memory, speech, language, sensory/motor and mood. Metabolic processes that govern global physiological health are closely linked with brain metabolism: brain chemistry (neurotransmitters) and electrophysiological impulses (brain wave rhythms). Some children developmental difficulties can be at risk for environmental sensitivities. This link is usually related versus casual in origin. Everyone’s system is unique, “one man’s food is another man’s poison” (Hippocrates). Seek qualified health professional advice to guide these biological-environmental sensitivities. How your child feels physically and mentally is key to optimal growth and well being.

Neuroscience specialists at the clinic provide educational collaboration with multiple school districts. Contact with schools is available as to help in developing an educational plan which best meets your child’s needs. We emphasize bringing, “Brain Scan to Lesson Plan”.

NEUROPSYCHOLOGY SCHOOL/EDUCATION CONSULTATION

An interdisciplinary approach to child development evaluation and treatment is very important. The Pediatric Neuropsychology Child Development Center provides biological, psychological, and educational collaboration. The director of educational services and the clinical education team are available to consult with educational professionals. Consultation regarding your child’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or Classroom Accommodation Plan/Support Services (504 Plan) is available. The neuropsychological evaluation can aide in specifying eligibility criteria and educational support programs for your child. Early educational documentation and education support is best so as to:

Promote your child’s learning and potential
Provide an educational environment that eases “sensory storms”
Provide interdisciplinary support services
Help prevent regression or poor recoupment of functions
Help develop your child’s self sufficiency

The Pediatric Neuropsychology Child Development Center enjoys positive working relationships with multiple school districts. Formal ‘Brain-Based Learning’ reports, based upon the neuropsychological evaluation results are also available as are conferences with school professionals. Interdisciplinary collaboration is integral to your child’s growth and potential.

Neuroscience consultation and workshops/conferences are available to school districts. Focus: Bringing current brain research findings regarding brain development and learning into the classroom. We are especially involved in current brain research regarding dyslexia and reading, early childhood skills necessary for learning to read, and autism and related pervasive developmental disorders. We look forward to speaking with you and scheduling the programs.

"Cherishing Each Child With Commitment Toward Brain Development and Learning"