Frisco, TX

BEHAVIORAL & DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS

Early identification and support are key to ensuring your child reaches their full potential. At Milestones Pediatric, we offer behavioral and developmental screenings to assess your child’s growth and development, addressing any concerns early to provide the best outcomes.

WHAT WE OFFER FOR BEHAVIORAL & DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS

  • Early Developmental Screenings: Assessing key milestones in speech, motor skills, social development, and cognitive abilities.

  • Behavioral Health Assessments: Identifying signs of ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other behavioral concerns.

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screenings: Early screening to detect potential signs of autism and connect families to necessary resources.

  • Learning Disability Evaluations: Identifying any learning challenges that may affect your child’s ability to succeed academically.

  • Emotional & Social Health: Ensuring your child is emotionally well-adjusted and able to form positive relationships with peers and adults.

WHY BEHAVIORAL & DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS ARE IMPORTANT

Early screenings allow for the identification of any potential issues before they impact your child’s future development. Addressing concerns early gives your child the best chance for success in their education, social relationships, and overall well-being.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A SCREENING

  • Comprehensive Evaluations: Our experienced pediatric team uses a combination of questionnaires, observations, and interviews to assess your child’s behavior and development.

  • Personalized Plans: If needed, we provide tailored recommendations and resources to support your child’s growth.

  • Ongoing Support: We work with you every step of the way to ensure your child receives the care and attention they need for optimal development.

FAQ

Well-child visits are recommended regularly from infancy through adolescence. The schedule typically follows: newborn, 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, 2 years, and then annually.

Please bring your child’s vaccination records, a list of any medications they are taking, and any questions or concerns you may have.

Vaccinations are given based on your child’s age and the CDC-recommended schedule. We will review what’s needed at each visit.

If your child has a mild illness, such as a runny nose, the visit can still proceed. However, if they have a fever or contagious illness, we may need to reschedule.

Most well-child visits last between 20 to 40 minutes, depending on your child’s needs and any concerns you’d like to discuss.

We strive for continuity of care, so we do our best to schedule your child with the same provider for each visit whenever possible.

Well-child visits are the perfect time to discuss any concerns about growth, behavior, or milestones. We can provide screenings, guidance, and referrals if needed.

Most insurance plans cover well-child visits as part of preventive care. We recommend checking with your provider to confirm coverage.