The Child and Family Services Act defines a developmental disability as "a condition of mental impairment, present or occurring during a person's formative years that is associated with limitations in adaptive behaviour."
If you have concerns about your child’s development, PEP-START can help you assess your child and provide you with resources appropriate for his or her needs.
In Canada, dual diagnosis usually refers to a person with a mental illness and a co-occurring developmental disability.
A list of disorders which include Epilepsy and Tourette Syndrome and links to more information about these disorders.
A list of websites about Development Disability.
