Introduction to Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Author:
Baik-Lin EUN
1
;
Hee Jung CHUNG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review article
- From: Annals of Child Neurology 2026;34(1):1-4
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) comprise a heterogeneous group of conditions characterized by impairments in cognition, language, motor function, behavior, and social communication that originate during the developmental period. Advances in neuroscience, genomics, and digital health have substantially transformed the current understanding of the mechanisms, diagnosis, and management of NDDs. This review summarizes the contemporary conceptual framework of NDDs, highlights advances in etiological diagnosis—particularly those related to genetic and genomic technologies—and discusses emerging therapeutic approaches, including digital therapeutics. Emphasis is placed on the importance of early identification, domain-based assessment, and precision medicine approaches to optimize long-term outcomes.
