There are a lot of factors that can impact a child’s screening results. Knowing what they are, and considering them as you interpret results, can help you make the right kinds of referrals at the right time. Read More
Having a child score in the monitoring zone of ASQ-3 can prompt programs and parents to wonder, what do we do next? Read this article to learn some of our suggestions. Read More
Fifty researchers, practitioners, and affiliated ASQ publishers from 19 countries recently gathered in Stockholm, Sweden, for ASQ Around the World: The 2nd Invitational Symposium of International ASQ Researchers. Read More
ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 were developed as parent-completed tools. With the rise in ASQ screening in child care centers and schools, more teachers are tackling questionnaires on their own. Are there downsides to this approach? And how can teachers better involve parents in the process? Read More
While there are lots of ways to evaluate program effectiveness, parent feedback is perhaps the most valuable since the success of the screening process rests on how accurately and thoroughly parents complete the questionnaires. Plan now to get the most of this year’s post-screening evaluations. Read More
A language or major cultural difference between professionals and parents can impact everyday communication, but it can be especially challenging during the ASQ screening process when face-to-face conversations may be pivotal. Follow these 9 best practices to ensure the screening process goes smoothly, even when families speak a different language. Read More
Here are the staff roles and office-flow procedures an experienced pediatrician recommends for establishing an effective screening program using ASQ. Read More
It’s common knowledge that all children should be screened early and often in order to determine which kids are developing typically and which are at risk for delays. Get the full picture by adding a social-emotional tool, such as ASQ:SE-2, to your screening program. Read More
Has your program ever had difficulty getting parents to participate in ASQ-3 or ASQ:SE-2 screenings? Reluctance is often due to a lack of understanding about why screening is necessary, what to expect, or how answers will be used. Use these tips to help parents get comfortable with screening. Read More
The main point of screening is to catch children who may be at risk for disabilities, to ensure they get further assessment, and to make sure as many children as possible get needed early intervention services. If children are already diagnosed with a disability, screening is redundant. Read More
