Developmental Age

Developmental age refers to an individual's growth and maturity in various domains—such as cognitive, emotional, social, and physical—rather than their chronological age (the number of years since birth). It is used to assess how a person is developing compared to typical milestones for their age group. For example, a child may be chronologically 8 years old but have a developmental age more akin to 6 years if they face delays in learning or social skills. Understanding developmental age helps professionals provide appropriate support and interventions to promote healthy growth and learning.