487 Parents perceptions of diagnostic process and treatment in children with developmental disabilities

Abstract

Research has shown that a significant number of preschool children are overweight/obese, thus posing a major public health problem that can be considered a cause of non-communicable diseases at a later age. In this regard, intensifying primordial and primary prevention of excess weight from earliest youth should be taken in consideration. The KIDMED index may serve as a useful screening tool for assessing of children's eating habits and nutritional status quality and should be included in the daily pediatric practice.

The Healthcare Experience of Autistic Patients in Orthopaedic Surgery and Closely Related Fields: A Scoping Review

“…Interventions utilizing technology to provide therapy or advance care plans at home are not yet widely available. A qualitative study used focus group interviews of occupational therapists to inform plans for an application that aims to help children with ASD and their families regulate sensory processing issues [57]. A report on the use of telehealth OT and PT interventions for autistic patients during the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated positive preliminary acceptability and satisfaction [60].…”