Developmental screening: A scoping review and comparative analysis of Australian and international clinical practice guideline recommendations

The lack of consistent guidance can foster uncertainty among clinicians, contribute to variation in care, and delayed identification of developmental concerns. The absence of coordinated, nationally consistent recommendations is especially consequential for children already facing barriers to specialised services, further entrenching inequities for priority populations. Our findings underscore an urgent need for more robust, transparent, and inclusive approaches to developing guidance on developmental screening in Australia and internationally.