Annual Research Review: Early intervention viewed through the lens of developmental neuroscience.

Published May 9, 2026

An annual research review of early intervention through developmental neuroscience, offering a research framework rather than a treatment prescription.

This annual research review considers early intervention through a developmental-neuroscience lens. It discusses how developmental timing and mechanisms may inform future research.

It is a research framework, not proof that any one early-intervention approach is effective or a prescription for a particular child. Developmental-neuroscience findings should not be used to pressure families into one model or intensity of support.

Support decisions should be individualized around the child’s communication, sensory, family, and wellbeing needs.

Source: “Annual Research Review: Early Intervention Viewed Through the Lens of Developmental Neuroscience.” 2023. PubMed PMID: 37438865.

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