Pediatricians urged to screen infants and toddlers for signs of 'toxic stress'

Chris Engel 6/10/132:55 PM

"An infant’s early visits to the pediatrician now might consist of screening for “toxic stress” symptoms, according to recommendations being created by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

"With growing awareness in the field of infant mental health, based on the deepening body of scientific evidence, experts agree that monitoring babies for healthy brain development will lead to better longer-term outcomes...."

http://www.scpr.org/blogs/education/2013/06/06/13920/pediatricians-urged-to-screen-infants-and-toddlers/

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