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Developmental delay: When to suspect it and when to refer

Developmental delay and global developmental delay are terms used to describe children who take longer to reach their milestones than might be expected. They are very common conditions, and we will all have consultations with carers of children who express concern about an aspect of a child’s development. This article will look at when to suspect developmental delay, what to do and when to refer.