You don't have to have all the answers today. Many parents come to this page simply because something feels different, and that's more than enough reason to be here. Whatever you're feeling right now — worried, exhausted, unsure, or all at once — you're not alone in it, and you're already doing something right by looking.
A gentle first step: speaking with your child's paediatrician or school. They can help guide you toward the right specialist for a proper assessment, at your own pace.
Step 1 of 3
Which areas are you looking for support in?
Select as many as apply
Communication & Language
Speech delay, stuttering, non-verbal
Learning & Cognition
Dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD/ADD
Social, Emotional & Behavioural
Autism, anxiety, emotional regulation
Sensory & Physical / Motor
Blind/low vision, deaf/hard of hearing, physical disability
Self-Care & Daily Living
Down syndrome, developmental delay
Complex or Multiple Needs
Multiple or overlapping diagnoses
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Step 2 of 3
What type of support?
Dedicated centre
Inclusion support in mainstream school
Therapy only
Step 3 of 3
Child's age range
0–3
4–7
8–12
13–18
18+
Seeking a diagnosis?
GlobalCompass doesn't diagnose or assess children. In the UAE, a good first step is your child's paediatrician or school, who can refer you to a licensed specialist for a formal assessment.