Complex Developmental Behavioural Conditions (CDBC)

Ages: 0 to 19 years

What is CDBC?  Complex Developmental Behavioural Conditions is a term used to describe significant difficulties that may affect an individual in multiple areas of functioning, such as learning and development, mental health and behaviour, adaptive and social skills.  It also includes FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder), Complex Child and Youth (CCY): ADHD, ADD, etc. and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

CDBC Assessment and Support Services provide assessments and diagnosis for children and youth (aged 0-19) who are suspected of having Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), or other Complex Developmental and Behavioural Conditions.

CDBC Team consists of a CDBC Intake/Key Worker, Pediatrician, Psychologist, Speech-Language Pathologist (if required) and Occupational Therapist (if required).

CDBC Key Worker will support families through the referral, assessment and diagnostic process and link families to appropriate community service providers and healthcare professionals.  Provide education to parent, caregivers, community agencies and the general public.  The Key worker will also facilitate the development of a Parent Support Group and coordinate assessment within the referral area.

Referrals: How can I get my child assessed?

Make an appointment with your family doctor to discuss your concerns.  Your doctor will refer your child/youth to the Northern Health Assessment Network for a diagnostic assessment if appropriate.

What should I do while waiting for the assessment?

You can link with community early intervention services.  These could include:

• Child Development Centre (CDC) - if your child is younger than five years of age and has delays in development.
• Infant Development Program (IDP)  - if your child is under three years of age and has delays in his/her development.
• Speech-Language Therapy — if your child has delays with speech or communication.  This can be arranged through the CDC, some public Health Units or through the school if your child is of school age.
• Supported Child Care Program—is available for families with a child, age birth to twelve years, requiring extra support in community daycare and preschool settings.
• Psycho-educational Assessment—if your child is school age and having problems with learning, you can request that the school arrange to assess your child’s learning.
• Hearing—any child who is not speaking or communicating like other children the same age should have his/her hearing checked to rule this out as a cause.
• Vision – An eye exam is as important as any medical or dental exam, identifying if there are any issues with either distance or near vision.

For further information, please contact
Child Development Centre
10417-106th Ave, Fort St. John, BC V1J 2M8
250-785-3200 or FAX 250-785-3202
Email: info@cdcfsj.ca


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