1. A delay or disorder in the physical, cognitive, social, or emotional development of a child, typically diagnosed when milestones are not met within expected timeframes
The child was diagnosed with a developmental difficulty affecting speech and language skills.
A criança foi diagnosticada com uma dificuldade de desenvolvimento afetando habilidades de fala e linguagem.
2. Any challenge or impairment in the normal progression of human development from infancy through adolescence
Early intervention programs help children with developmental difficulties achieve better outcomes.
Programas de intervenção precoce ajudam crianças com dificuldades de desenvolvimento a alcançar melhores resultados.