Talk to parents of children with special needs, and many will tell you that meeting their child’s sensory needs remains a daily struggle. India has occupational therapy, speech therapy and sports-based interventions, but where can families turn for specialised, evidence-informed support focused entirely on sensory challenges? Why does finding the right help remain such a struggle for so many...
For many parents, a child’s first word is something they live for, it’s something they hope for and something they question everything for. Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologist Monika Suresh, 30 years, from Coimbatore, is a proud and passionate member of the community who knows what it takes to help people, especially the children, with all sorts of communication disorders...
To parents of children who are on the spectrum, progress is made through milestones; however, sometimes the most significant achievements take place in those small steps that happen when a child is able to tolerate a haircut, express their needs, feel secure enough to play, and become a little bit more independent. To appreciate such steps, one should not only observe a child’s abilities...
Usually, it is seen that when a child rubs their private parts, it is labelled as “bad behaviour” and met with scolding, punishment or even exclusion from the classroom. But what if, instead of asking how to stop the behaviour, we paused to understand what the child is communicating or needing at that moment? It could be sensory input, emotional regulation, curiosity, boredom or discomfort so...
For some children with autism or ADHD, mud, grass, water or even playground noise can be calming; for others, the same experiences can feel overwhelming. These differences can make everyday outdoor play challenging for families. Understanding sensory needs can help special parents create experiences that feel safe, enjoyable and supportive—without forcing children to tolerate what causes distress...
The phrase “go play outside” may be the most outdated parenting advice around, yet scientists are beginning to explore whether exposure to nature has specific advantages for neurodivergent children. A 2026 scoping review published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology examined 43 studies involving children and young people with autism or ADHD. Twenty-five studies focused on ADHD and 18 on...
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