Abstract
Background:In order to gain a better perspective of the developmental status of children in different regions of Iran, this study was carried out to determine the prevalence and the factors impacting child development in Iranian studies.Materials and Methods:Articles published in Iranian and international journals indexed in the SID, PubMed, Scopus and Magiran databases from 2001-2015 were systematically reviewed using standard and sensitive keywords. After evaluating the quality of 155 articles in the initial search, 26 articles were analyzed according to the inclusion criteria. After investigations, meta-analysis was done for six studies and the results were combined using Random Effects model, and the heterogeneity of studies was evaluated using the I2 index. Data analysis was performed using STATA version 11.2.Results:Eagger & Beggs tests, respectively with 0/273 & 0/260 did not confirm the probability of publication bias in the data, but heterogeneity in studies was confirmed (p<0/001). On such basis, the pooled prevalence of developmental disorder based on Random Effect model was calculated to be 0.146, CI (0/107-0/184). The prevalence of developmental disorders in children in the studies reviewed was reported between 7 to 22.4%. The most important risk factors were in SES (Socio Economic Status) and Prenatal, Perinatal, Neonatal &Child groups.Conclusion:More extensive studies and early intervention with respect to causes of developmental delay in children seems necessary.
Highlights
1.1 Description of the ConditionChildhood plays a vital role in human growth and development
In order to gain a better perspective of the developmental status of children in different regions of Iran, this study was carried out to determine the prevalence and the factors impacting child development in Iranian studies
Eight percent of pre-school children have developmental delay in one or more areas from birth until the age of 6. These findings suggest the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment of developmental delay (Tervo, 2006)
Summary
Childhood plays a vital role in human growth and development. The experiences of this period affect the entire life of individuals as well as society in a way that childhood growth is considered to be one of the important components of health throughout life. Brilliant future belongs to nations that invest on children. Lack of adequate care in the early years of life as the most important years of children’s life leads to delay in child growth and development. Children will not be sufficiently prepared for starting school. In order to gain a better perspective of the developmental status of children in different regions of Iran, this study was carried out to determine the prevalence and the factors impacting child development in Iranian studies
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