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Development(al) - concerning the steps or stages in the growth of a child

Developmental Delay - expression that describes a child who is behind in at least one area of development, including

• Physical - demonstrating growth, gross and fine motor abilities
• Cognitive - learning and thinking
• Communicative - understanding and using words
• Social - Emotional - relating to others
• Adaptive - using self-help skills such as feeding

Developmental History - the developmental progress of a child in such skills as sitting, walking or talking

Developmental Tests - assessment that will indicate if a child has not realized the expected level of development based on his or her age group

Disability - diagnosis of a physical or mental condition that often leads to problems in a child's development

Dominant Language - the language or other means of communication that the family normally uses

Due Process - procedures designed to safeguard a person's rights. This includes requirements for confidentiality, consent and processes to resolve disagreements and file complaints.