Tatyana Itova

University Hospital Medika Ruse
Bulgaria

Abstract Title:Assessment of child development using the ASQ-3 test Tatyana ITOVA

Biography: Tatyana ITOVA has recognized specialties in pediatrics and neonatology, acquired at the Medical University of Varna, Bulgaria, has a PhD in Medicine in the field of Pediatrics at the Medical University of Pleven, Bulgaria. She heads the Department of Neonatology at Medica Ruse University Hospital. Dr. T. Itovas scientific interests are focused on monitoring risk newborns, neurodevelopment, neuromonitoring, ultrasound examination of the central nervous system.

Research Interest: The ASQ-3 is a comprehensive developmental screening instrument designed to monitor the development of infants and toddlers from birth to 66 months. The primary purpose of the ASQ-3 is to identify children who may be at risk for developmental delay or disability. The ASQ-3 helps early intervention professionals develop individualized plans to support children's growth and development. The aim of our study is to screen development using the ASQ-3 in children between 1 and 3 years of age, living in the Ruse region and attending daycare centers and kindergartens. Based on the obtained results, let's outline the guidelines for promoting the development of children with deviations. To develop individual plans to support the development of affected children. Then let's summarize the need for relevant specialists in stimulating child development in the region of Ruse, Republic of Bulgaria. We found that the test is easy to apply and is well accepted by parents, it is not difficult to answer. Paper or electronic filling options are equally suitable for work. We found no subjective ratings of children's skills compared between parent and teacher responses.