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atypical development

[ə-ˈti-pi-kəl dɪ-ˈvel-əp-mənt]
noun
desenvolvimento atípico
1. A pattern of growth, maturation, or learning that deviates from typical or expected developmental trajectories, often characterized by delays, differences, or variations in physical, cognitive, social, or emotional domains.
The child's atypical development was identified during the early screening assessment.
O desenvolvimento atípico da criança foi identificado durante a avaliação de triagem precoce.
2. In psychology and education, refers to developmental patterns that differ from normative standards, potentially indicating developmental disorders or conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, or intellectual disabilities.
Early intervention services are available for children with atypical development.
Serviços de intervenção precoce estão disponíveis para crianças com desenvolvimento atípico.
Synonyms
developmental delaydevelopmental disordernon-typical developmentabnormal developmentdevelopment with special needs
Antonyms
typical developmentnormal developmentneurotypical development

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desenvolvimento atípico
Standard term used in educational and health contexts
São Paulo
desenvolvimento atípico
Commonly used in clinical and educational assessments
Portugal
desenvolvimento atípico
Used in medical and educational professional settings
General Brazilian
desenvolvimento diferente
Alternative, more inclusive term sometimes used in educational contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

developmental trajectory
developmental milestone
off the typical developmental path
developmental concerns
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