Course Information

Early Childhood Development

Early Childhood Development

In early childhood the brain is developing key circuits and capacity for abilities such as self-regulation, relationship building and executive function. These form the foundation for all development, both for individual children and even society, affecting lifelong health and wellness. Toxic stress, adversity, and a lack of responsive relationships damage the brain and have lifelong effects.  That is, healthy development builds a strong foundation for kids and society.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course you will be able to:

  • Describe the complex interconnected nature of child development;
  • Explore how external influences affect childhood developmental trajectories;
  • Summarize the clinical actions, plans, and pathways that can lead to supporting healthy child development; and
  • Discuss how to use community resources to help enhance child development.

Funds in support of this CPD activity were provided as an educational grant by Canadian Paediatric Society to Memorial University and independently allocated and disbursed in accordance with current CMA guidelines.

Course Registration

Early Childhood Development

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Credits


Expiry Date

This course expires on
Tuesday, March 20, 2018


Course Author(s):

  • Andrea E. Feller, MD, MS, FAAP
  • Kassia Johnson, MD

Planning Committee:

  • David Joyce, MD, CCFP(EM)
  • Lynne Tereposky, MD, CCFP
  • Lydia Hatcher MD,CCFP,FCFP
  • Michele Leslie MD,CCFP