Exploring engagement in telepractice early intervention for young children with developmental disability and their families: a qualitative systematic review.

This review provides a comprehensive characterisation of engagement and describes a set of conceptual recommendations for establishing and maintaining engagement when using telepractice in EI.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONBuilding and maintaining engagement with families of young children with developmental disability/delay through telepractice is feasible.Despite some similarities between in-person and telepractice engagement, there are certain unique features of telepractice engagement that professionals and families may need to consider while providing/receiving early intervention services remotely.Preparation and training on how to engage in telepractice is recommended for professionals and families of young children with developmental disability/delay.Understanding how professionals and families engage with one another during telepractice interactions may improve targeted child and family intervention outcomes.