Early Years

Leading research in children's health and wellness

Researchers in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine are leading discoveries in understanding, assessing, managing and promoting health and wellness in children and their families. Our researchers are making noteworthy strides in improving the development, inclusion and quality of life for children facing challenges to their development and health.

 

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Spotlight on Discoveries

Early learning and childcare system not friendly to Edmonton's ethnic communities, report suggests

Researchers interviewed 30 parents from eight immigrant and refugee communities

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Accessible developmental screening tools needed to ensure children from diverse backgrounds have proper support

Tools that aren’t adapted to diverse cultures or languages make it a challenge to identify which children could benefit from early intervention, says U of A expert.

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A simple intervention could help promote understanding of autistic children

Sharing a brief awareness-raising script encourages peers to engage with autistic children in day camp, study shows.

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