There are roughly ten percent, or 15 million, preterm births every year across the world. Therefore, it is vital to understand the impact on their development across cognitive, academic, socioemotional, and behavioral levels. A vast amount of research has shown that children who are born prematurely are more at risk of facing challenges across various areas of their development. However, the majority of the research samples have been limited within their scope, leaving behind a gap in research focused on specific subgroups within the population. By delving into the unique context of the Latinx population, this study endeavors to shed light on the specific challenges and considerations involved in neuropsychological assessment within this demographic group between the toddler years to middle childhood. This review seeks to evaluate current recommendations and resources for the support groups of preterm and low-birth-weight children, ranging from clinicians to families. Furthermore, it seeks to improve outcomes through early interventions among the Latinx population, given the unique factors that intertwine within their ethnic context.
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