As a child, we all begin communicating with a cry, letting the parent know that ‘I’m hungry’ or ‘I am feeling uncomfortable’. Over the years, every child picks up different ways of expressing their needs, through crying, laughing,...
For a child with speech difficulties, even communicating basic needs may become confusing and challenging. Using picture communication may assist the child in expressing their needs with ease, without feeling anxious. This can be in the form of pictures to convey...
The above infographic gives you information about echolalia. Echolalia is a repetition (echoing) of words and phrases said by others. It is a natural part of the language development process up to the age of three. Echolalia beyond the age of three may be a sign of...
Caregiver burnout is a real concern among parents of children with special needs who are, in most cases, the primary caregivers of their children with special needs. Caring full-time for their children with special needs can be mentally and physically taxing on...
It’s that time of the year where we gather with our family and friends to celebrate the festival of lights. While all of us look forward to this time of the year, the festival season can be daunting for our children with special needs, who thrive on routine and...