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Developmental Challenges
Discussions about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Cerebral Palsy, Down's Syndrome ADHD and other developmental challenges that your child may be facing
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A Father's Wish For Awareness And Inclusion Of Autism
A dad of a 25 year old adult on the autism spectrum, and a member of the SCAN support group, Chennai shares the...
A Father's Strong Bond With His Daughter On the Autism Spectrum
Mr B. Sriram, father of Aishwarya, 38 on the autism spectrum shares a detailed account of their journey through the...
He Is Like An Amex Card. We Never Leave Home Without Him.
Dr Renuka Nambiar, based in Malaysia talks about her son Sanjeev, who was diagnosed with Autism when he was 4 years old...
Thank You Mom, For Being The Wind Beneath My Wings
Not all superheroes wear capes! Nikita Bakhshi appreciates her mother Anupama, not only for all that she has done for...
"We Are Proud My Son Has Completed 6 Years Of Employment!"
Ajit Bharathan from Mysore talks about his son Amar, who is on the autism spectrum, the changes his wife and he made to...
Indian Children’s Literature Featuring Characters with Disability
Children's books are instrumental in shaping early thoughts and perceptions. Chitra Paul, mom to a teenager on the...
Benefits of Swimming For Children On Autism Spectrum
Sagar Shanbhag, a professional swimming coach, who has started a swimming program for children with special needs, says...
Things I Would Do Differently In Raising My Special Child
Sunita Mohanty, 48 from Bhubaneshwar shares her journey as a mother of a son on the autism spectrum, dealing with...
Children With Autism Can Perform In Commercial Theatre - A Director's Perspective
Diana Tholoor, a Movement and Theatre trainer and Director of Plays recently worked with a cast of 50 children and...
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World Autism Awareness Day
Do you have a story or an incident that you would like to share for World Autism Awareness Day?
Autistic spectrum disorder
Which system is most suitable for treating this. in Indian conditions? Ayurveda / Siddha / Homeopathy. to get...
Importance of Inclusive Play for Children with Developmental Disabilities
Outdoor play is important for all persons including children with disabilities. In our Live Discussion sessions we talk...
Child ability to speak
My daughter is 6 yrs old but still she can't talk properly.she can't say one complete sentence having more than 3...
Learning Disability
My son is a very slow learner (60% IQ). I am a teacher. But for my own case i am helpless. My son had epilepsy seizures...
Medical Insurance for mental and intellectual issues
Question from Hope Foundation, Mumbai:
We have now 50 individuals of varying mental and intellectual issues being...
Would you like to develop an inclusive play space - where children of all abilities can play together?
Have you been thinking about creating this dream play space for your child or for children you know who would love to...
Neighbourhood reactions to child with autism
Just came across this news report from California and while this may be extreme, would be great to hear typical issues...
How much therapy can a child take?
This is a question that troubles parents all the time. And even more when a child is on the autism spectrum. How do you...
Talking about autism
Sesame Street has introduced a new muppet with autism - a girl called Julia. Do you think this will help more people (...
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April 2019 Newsletter: Voices of Autism and Down Syndrome
And parents share their journey. Plus a webinar on importance of play...
Accepting Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum
If you know any one in your family, neighbourhood, friend circle who is on the autism spectrum, please read and...
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