In view of the plethora of new developments occurring in theadvanced world it is imperative that an updated reference on the techniques ofmeasurement of growth and developments of children is provided to assessthe growth. This book has been developed under the aegis of institute of growthand development. The study of growth is of paramount importance in pediatrics.Growth is a measurable index of health and a child is whether growingadequately or not needs to be taken care of. It is important that appropriatescientifically sound and statistically relevant methods are applied. Growth isinfluenced by genetic factors as well s nutrition, social, economic, psychologicalenvironment and illness. It necessitates studying all aspects influencing growthof a child so as to detect deficiencies or disorders appropriately. This bookbridges the gap between what is taught and what is practiced. It provides awholesome, practicable scientific approach to this subject. Covers the study ofdevelopmental syndromes, biological and environmental risks for developmentand growth. Covers the new statistical procedures, consensus on growth norms,childhood obesity tall stature, problems of puberty, and psychological concernsof adolescence various behavioral problems, early stimulation program, autism,language delay etc. This book provides a new approach to the subject of growthand development of children and as far as possible fulfills the lacunae of theprevious edition. A useful volume for students in pediatrics, researchers in thefield of human growth and development
