DOI
https://doi.org/10.1097/dbp.0000000000000906
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Abstract
Children in foster care (CFC) may be at higher risk for developmental problems. This study sought to determine (1) the percentage of CFC with developmental problems seen at an integrated primary care clinic and (2) whether the presence of various risk factors was associated with increased odds of developmental problems in general and across developmental domains. This cross-sectional study used the Ages and Stages Questionnaire, Third Edition, demographic, and health-related data retrieved from electronic health records. The study included 796 children aged 1 to 66 months seen at an integrated primary care clinic exclusively serving CFC. Frequencies and percentages of children with developmental problems were calculated, and relationships between developmental status and potential risk factors were accessed using χ2 and bivariate logistic regression analyses.
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Publication Date
6-2021
Creative Commons License
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Recommended Citation
McLeigh JD, Tunnell K, Lazcano C. Developmental Status of Young Children in Foster Care. J Dev Behav Pediatr. 2021 Jun-Jul 01;42(5):389-400. doi: 10.1097/DBP.0000000000000906. PMID: 33743005.
