Psychometric Properties of the German Version of the Early Childhood Screening Assessment.
Fast and accurate screening for mental health problems in early childhood is a prerequisite for effective early intervention. The Early Childhood Screening Assessment (ECSA) is a valid and standardized screening tool for young children. The aims of the current study were to examine the psychometric...
| Published in: | Journal of Child & Family Studies Vol. 31; no. 2; pp. 484 - 496 |
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Springer Nature
Feb2022
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