Developmental-behavioural paediatrics supports children whose learning, speech, movement, behaviour or social skills are developing differently. Concerns include delayed speech, delayed walking, attention difficulties, autism features, learning problems, tantrums and school difficulties.

Parents often sense that something is different long before a diagnosis. At Apex, the doctor reviews the child's milestones, family history and daily routine and observes the child during play. Screening tools help to decide whether a child needs further assessment, and hearing and vision are checked since problems in either can look like developmental delay.

Early help makes a real difference. Therapy, parent training and school support are most effective when begun early, and the team works with families to set realistic goals and follow progress.

Developmental and behavioural services at Apex include the following:

• Developmental Assessment: Review of motor, language, social and thinking skills against age expectations, with a clear explanation of findings and the next steps.
• Child Psychology and Family Counselling: Support for anxiety, behaviour problems, school stress and family adjustment, with guidance for parents on how to help their child at home.
• Speech Therapy: Assessment and therapy for delayed speech, unclear speech and language difficulties, with exercises that families can continue at home.
• Functional Skills and Exercise Programmes: Strengthening, stretching and daily-living skills training that helps children become more independent in dressing, eating and moving.