Developmental Resources and Parental Health Literacy Survey Study
Abstract
Developmental delay (DD) is identified when children are unable to successfully achieve developmental milestones compared to others the same age. Lower health literacy is a growing concern among Canadian adults and parents, which could negatively impact their child’s development. This cross-sectional survey study looked to determine if there are associations between the health literacy scores of participants and the developmental health status of their child, as well as differences between health literacy scores by classification of child developmental health status. This study additionally explored different types of developmental resources/services that are available, being used, and are perceived as useful to participants. Results of this interim analysis suggest there are minimal relationships between participant health literacy scores and the developmental health status of their child. Similarly, marginal associations were found among different developmental services/resources and child developmental status. Findings support the development of future developmental resources/services for parents and children with DD.