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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Behavioral and developmental screening tests help child developmental specialists gain more insight into how a child is developing. Mostly, these are checklists and questionnaires for parents and children, with questions regarding different developmental and behavioral areas.<\/p>\n
Most of these behavioral screening tests and developmental evaluations are based on different developmental milestones, which are skills that children will develop as they age. The aim of the screenings is to compare your child\u2019s development rate to a generalized developmental guideline.<\/p>\n
That said, if these child development evaluations show that your child reaches these milestones at a slower rate, that doesn\u2019t mean that they have a developmental disability. Every child learns new skills and develops specific behavioral and emotional patterns at their own pace, which any child development specialist will clarify and back up.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Professional Child Development Evaluations in Miami, Florida<\/h2><\/div>Dr. Ana can help parents evaluate a wide range of behavioral conditions and can help with discovering any potential developmental delays. Her developmental screening tests and behavioral evaluations can help with diagnosing a wide range of conditions, such as:<\/p>\n
\n- ADHD<\/li>\n
- Developmental Delays<\/li>\n
- Autism Spectrum Disorder<\/li>\n
- Learning Disabilities<\/li>\n
- Childhood\/Adolescent Depression<\/li>\n
- Childhood\/Adolescent Anxiety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
assessment tools to help establish a precise diagnosis and to create a treatment plan that will be tailored to the child\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n
The assessment tools she uses include:<\/p>\n
\n- Ages & Stages Questionnaires<\/li>\n
- SCARED Questionnaires<\/li>\n
- Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers<\/li>\n
- PHQ-9<\/li>\n
- And more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>A Team Approach for The Best Results<\/h2><\/div>If the evaluation discovers developmental delays or other conditions, Dr. Ana will orchestrate a comprehensive team approach to treat the child\u2019s case. Based on the diagnosis, she may turn for help to knowledgeable neurologists, psychiatrists, and other experts, best on the results of the tests. Such a wide-scope approach helps in creating a tailored treatment plan that can help the child address any condition or delay more efficiently.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s essential to mention that behavioral and developmental screening tests can be rather impactful. Even though they don\u2019t exactly diagnose any conditions, they can help point both parents and pediatricians in the necessary direction regarding diagnosis and treatment. And if a condition or developmental issue is discovered early, treatment will usually also become more effective, making a massive impact on the child\u2019s life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Ensuring that Children Get The Best Care if They Need It<\/h2><\/div>Remember, behavioral and developmental screenings don\u2019t mean that there is an actual problem. They only help experts in checking whether a child is hitting the necessary developmental and behavioral milestones. There are no risks to taking these tests, and they require no specific preparation from the child.<\/p>\n
Still, they can make a massive difference in a child\u2019s life if they help discover a potentially problematic condition or delay in time. That said, feel free to reach out to our friendly staff today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ana.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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<\/span><\/div>PATIENT FEEDBACK<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome.Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests.\u00a0 Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome. Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests. Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>Request An Appointment<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Call us and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Dr. Ana can help parents evaluate a wide range of behavioral conditions and can help with discovering any potential developmental delays. Her developmental screening tests and behavioral evaluations can help with diagnosing a wide range of conditions, such as:<\/p>\n
- \n
- ADHD<\/li>\n
- Developmental Delays<\/li>\n
- Autism Spectrum Disorder<\/li>\n
- Learning Disabilities<\/li>\n
- Childhood\/Adolescent Depression<\/li>\n
- Childhood\/Adolescent Anxiety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
assessment tools to help establish a precise diagnosis and to create a treatment plan that will be tailored to the child\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n
The assessment tools she uses include:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Ages & Stages Questionnaires<\/li>\n
- SCARED Questionnaires<\/li>\n
- Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers<\/li>\n
- PHQ-9<\/li>\n
- And more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>
A Team Approach for The Best Results<\/h2><\/div>
If the evaluation discovers developmental delays or other conditions, Dr. Ana will orchestrate a comprehensive team approach to treat the child\u2019s case. Based on the diagnosis, she may turn for help to knowledgeable neurologists, psychiatrists, and other experts, best on the results of the tests. Such a wide-scope approach helps in creating a tailored treatment plan that can help the child address any condition or delay more efficiently.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s essential to mention that behavioral and developmental screening tests can be rather impactful. Even though they don\u2019t exactly diagnose any conditions, they can help point both parents and pediatricians in the necessary direction regarding diagnosis and treatment. And if a condition or developmental issue is discovered early, treatment will usually also become more effective, making a massive impact on the child\u2019s life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Ensuring that Children Get The Best Care if They Need It<\/h2><\/div>
Remember, behavioral and developmental screenings don\u2019t mean that there is an actual problem. They only help experts in checking whether a child is hitting the necessary developmental and behavioral milestones. There are no risks to taking these tests, and they require no specific preparation from the child.<\/p>\n
Still, they can make a massive difference in a child\u2019s life if they help discover a potentially problematic condition or delay in time. That said, feel free to reach out to our friendly staff today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ana.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>PATIENT FEEDBACK<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome.Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests.\u00a0 Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome. Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests. Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>Request An Appointment<\/h2>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div>Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Call us and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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