This introduction presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in the subsequent chapters of this book. The book outlines the underlying theory, mechanisms, developmental markers, and effects of immature reflexes in older children to assist professionals involved in education and child welfare to recognize the signs of neurological dysfunction and their implications. It explains why early reflexes are important, their functions in early development, their effects on learning and behavior if retained, and the possible effects on other aspects of development such as posture, balance, and motor skills if they are not integrated at the correct time in development. The interdisciplinary shortcomings endemic in the current system for identifying, assessing, and providing effective remedial intervention for learning and behavioral problems. Chronological age and intelligence, as well as developmental readiness for formal education is important for learning success. The chapter also comments on neuromotor immaturity (NMI), primitive and postural reflexes, and some neurological dysfunctions.
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