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The phrase “go play outside” may be the most outdated parenting advice around, yet scientists are beginning to explore whether exposure to nature has specific advantages for neurodivergent children.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...
If you are a parent of a neurodivergent child, developing language in them often feels like an impossible task but according to Speech-Language Therapist Bisma Shaikh, who has over 14 years of experience working with children, effective communication begins when parents understand and accept all forms of communication. Bisma is a Mumbai based paediatric Speech and Language pathologist for kids...
The life 33-year-old Praveen Vashist and 26-year-old Shivani Raghav turned upside down when their son Guru was diagnosed with Autism at an age of 3. Instead of dealing with uncertainty, expensive therapies and emotional turmoil, they took the unconventional route -converted their home into a learning ground for therapy and unconditional love. Also Read: When Should a Parent Stop Occupational...
A medicine for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is about to increase the options available to patients and physicians. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved SIMTRIYO (centanafadine), the first norepinephrine, dopamine and serotonin reuptake inhibitor (NDSRI) for ADHD. The once-daily extended-release pill is approved for teenagers and adults as well as children...
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