How Long Will My Child Need Speech Therapy?
Written By Joby Varghese, BASLP Speech Language Pathologist Clinically Reviewed By Neela N J, MASLP Speech Language Pathologist “How long will my child need speech therapy?” Are you a parent who is wondering how long does speech therapy take? There are many variables that can affect the duration of speech therapy. Gaining knowledge about these […]
How to Implement Effective ABA Therapy Strategies at Home
Written By Hudha Haris, MA Psychology Psychologist Clinically Reviewed By Divya Krishna, MSc(Psy), MPhil, QBA, IBA Rehabilitation Psychologist and ABA Therapist Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator, or someone eager to learn more about ABA therapy in ASD, you’ve come to the right place. Let us learn how to harness the power of Applied Behavior […]
How to Foster Resilience in Children
Written By Alicia A Sabu MSc Psychology, Psychologist Clinically Reviewed By Divya Krishna Rehabilitation Psychologist Since kids experience stress often and their brains and personalities are still developing, it makes sense to equip them with resilience-promoting skills as early as possible to prevent bad effects. Understanding resilience Children who possess resilience can overcome setbacks and […]
When Your Toddler Needs to See a Speech Therapist
Written By Sneha Rachel Jacob Speech Language Pathologist Clinically Reviewed By Joan Annie Jacob Speech Language Pathologist “Is my toddler’s speech delayed? Should I be stressed? How do I know when to seek help?” If you’re wondering when is the right time to see a speech language therapist for your toddler, you’re not alone. Most […]
HOW TO TALK TO YOUR CHILD ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
Written By Aswani Anilkumar Psychologist Clinically Reviewed By Divya Krishna Rehabilitation Psychologist While discussing mental health aspects, childhood and adolescence are the critical stages for addressing different vulnerabilities of mental health. As rapid physical growth and development take place in the brain, children and adolescents acquire different skills like social, emotional, psychological etc., during this […]
6 Tips for Teachers and Parents: Supporting Students with ADHD
Written By Meghna Elizabath Zachariah Special Educator Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is something we hear very often these days. You may hear teachers and parents use this term alike quite frequently. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition. It causes several challenges for children and adults. However, with appropriate support at the right time individuals with […]
Developmental Milestones: The Journey to Independent Walking
Written By Anju Francis, MPT Physiotherapist The first step a child takes will be the proudest and most joyful moment in a parent’s life. However, parents start to worry if the child is not walking on their own by the time they turn a year old. Infants’ journey towards learning to walk is a fascinating […]
Integrating Technology into Speech Therapy: Pros and Cons.
Written By Adhiya Prakash, BASLP Speech Language Pathologist Clinically Reviewd By Joan Annie Jacob, BASLP, OPT(Level 2) Speech Language Pathologist Communication is vital for human relationships. Our thoughts, ideas and feelings are expressed through the use of speech and communication skills. Communication involves the use of verbal as well as nonverbal modes to express the […]
How Speech Therapy Can Help Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Written By Sherine Shibu, BASLP, Speech Language Pathologist Clinically Reviewd By Joan Annie Jacob, BASLP, OPT(Level 2) Speech Language Pathologist Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? Everyone around us is eager to know what Autism Spectrum Disorder looks like and how it is commonly seen in children. Autism Spectrum Disorder is […]
Strategies for Inclusion : Supporting Students with Disabilities in Mainstream Classroom
Written by Meghna Elizabath Zachariah M.Sc., B.Ed in Special Education Special Education Department All children have the right to grow and learn in an accepting and safe environment. Differently abled children are often admitted to special schools where they learn along with other differently abled children. What if these children are taught in regular […]