What does GDD stand for?

GDD stands for Global Developmental Delay. It is a broad diagnostic term used by healthcare and developmental specialists to describe significant delays across multiple developmental areas in young children. The term is commonly used in Australia when a specific diagnosis hasn’t yet been confirmed, particularly in children under 5 years of age. GDD can affect how a child moves, communicates, learns, and interacts socially. It’s a key consideration when accessing early intervention supports, especially through the NDIS.

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