Introduction

Stef van Buuren, Iris Eekhout, Marianne de Wolff

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Abstract

This introductory section outlines why we utilize the D-score: reviewing key discussions about the first 1000 days in a child’s life (1.1.1) highlighting the relevance of early childhood development for later life (1.1.2) discussing the use of stunting as a proxy for development (1.1.3) pointing to existing instruments to quantify neurocognitive development (1.1.4) explaining why we have written this chapter (1.1.5) delineating the intended audience (1.1.6).
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationChild Development with the D-score
PublisherCRC Press
Pages3-7
ISBN (Electronic)9781000805536
ISBN (Print)9781032106342
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Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2023

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NameChild Development with the D-score

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