Why is it Important to Sleep
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Introduction : Throughout our lives we experience various States of Consciousness. There are times when we are conscious and alert and there are other times when we are conscious but daydreaming and some other times when we are just asleep. These are different levels of awareness on a daily basis. […]
Dealing With Condition Of Headache In Children
A headache is defined as a persistent pain anywhere in the head or neck. Headaches in children are more common than what is generally thought to be; luckily they are not usually serious. Headache in children needs to be given the same attention as we would give for grown ups. 7 out of 10 school-going […]
The Importance of Brain Stimulation and Neuroplasticity
The human brain has often been referred to as the most complex supercomputer we know of, operating at rapid fire speeds. However, perhaps the most unique feature of the brain is its ability to re-wire or re-shape itself. Neurons or brain cells that transmit impulses through connections or synapses, are able to disconnect and reconnect […]
Top 5 Tips On Handling Temper Tantrums
Temper Tantrums: How To Handle Them It is an unpleasant disruptive behaviour or emotional outbursts in children especially toddlers ( between the age of 12-18 months) that occur in response to their unmet or unfulfilled needs. It occurs because children cannot express their needs or control their emotions when frustrated. It includes yelling, biting, crying, […]
Top 7 Side Effects Of Excessive Screen Time
Excessive screen time can potentially impact the growing brain in several ways: Developmental Delays: Prolonged screen exposure might interfere with essential developmental activities, such as playing, socializing, and interacting with the environment. This can affect language development, motor skills, and sensory processing. Cognitive Effects: Excessive screen use, especially in younger children, has been associated with reduced attention […]
Advise for parents with children with Epilepsy
For parents with children with epilepsy, here’s some advice concerning diet, activities, swimming, and lifestyle: 1.Diet: Normal home made diet, NO food needs to be avoided, Some myths to avoid banana etc, No evidence. 2.Avoid Triggers: Some foods or additives might act as triggers for seizures. While triggers can vary between individuals, common culprits include […]
What are Febrile Seizures?
Febrile Seizures: What is a Febrile Seizure: A febrile seizure is a fit that can happen when a child has a fever. Febrile seizures are also sometimes called febrile convulsions. They are relatively common and, in most cases, aren’t serious. Febrile seizures most commonly happen between the ages of six months and six years. At what temperature […]
Top 10 Oral Hygiene tips for children with disabilities
Top 10 Oral Hygiene tips for children with disabilities Children with special health care needs are those who need extra care due to the disability they have. The disability may be in the form of physical, medical or intellectual (that is mental, communication, developmental, neurological or learning) disorders. These children need special care in the […]
The Defiant Child
As children grow up, they begin to test the boundaries that parents set for them. They crave independence and break the rules often to figure out how far they can go and what they can get away with. This is a frustrating time, for both parents and children. Although this is a regular part […]