# Are there guidelines for implementing ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 for visually impaired children?

Mark E. Ting  
Jun 25, 2018

If a child has a visual impairment, a program may not need to use ASQ-3. If the child is receiving services related to the visual impairment, their development is probably being monitored regularly already (perhaps even with yearly, more in-depth assessments than ASQ-3). If you do want to use ASQ-3 with the child, items requiring visual skills can be skipped and scores can be adjusted (as long as only 2 items per area are skipped). When interpreting results, it is important to consider that the child’s visual impairment can affect other areas. For example, a child with a visual impairment may have trouble going up and down stairs due to limited eyesight, not because there is a gross motor issue. ASQ:SE-2 can be used to monitor social-emotional development for all children, including those with identified disabilities. But, disabilities that affect development should be considered when interpreting results. This [article](/content/free-resources/articles/when-should-you-not-have-parents-complete-asq/index.html) provides additional information about using ASQ questionnaires with children with disabilities.

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