Psychological assessment in early childhood

Abstract

Psychological assessment in early childhood faces many challenges. The paper discusses the importance of considering the social and historical context to understand the concept of childhood and the theoretical approaches that are made in this regard. A specific social context affects the interventions towards early childhood. On the other hand, a brief overview of the changes that has undergone psychological assessment as a method of intervention is considered. Also changes at a political level that impact the scope and in turn the provision of services in early intervention is reviewed. The author emphasizes the need of specific competencies in health professionals working with early childhood. Research is proposed to develop theoretical foundations to create culturally sensitive instruments to work with early childhood.