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26 May Building life skills for teens

Posted at 07:46h in Adolescent health, Autism, development and Growth, Mental health, Parenting tips by Dr.Naveena.Karthik 0 Comments

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Helping pre-teens and teens with special needs and developmental differences to learn essential life skills are crucial for their confidence, independence, and overall well-being. Organizations like UNICEF and several countries recommends starting structured teen transition support around age 10 to 12 years; during early adolescence. Action...

02 Apr World Autism awareness day

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On this day Learn more about autism: There are many resources available online and in libraries. Spread awareness: Talk to your friends and family about autism. Share information on social media. Support autistic community: Read books, watch movies, and listen to music by autistic people. Donate to autism organisations: Many organisations work to...

19 Jul The real Facts and Myths on Autism

Posted at 05:39h in Autism, Child Mental Health, Parenting tips by Dr.Naveena.Karthik 0 Comments

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MYTH FACT Individuals on the autism spectrum avoid social contact. Individuals on the autism spectrum are often keen to make friends but may find this difficult. Individuals on the autism spectrum cannot lead independent and successful lives Given appropriate education, many will grow up to be successful contributors to society. Autism...

09 Mar Animal Assisted Therapy in Autism

Posted at 07:26h in Autism, Child Care, Child Mental Health by Dr.Naveena.Karthik 0 Comments

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People with autism who become animal lovers join the ranks of millions of other people who share their animal-loving passion and interest. Finding a group with a shared interest can be life-changing for people living with autism. Studies on autism and animals are almost universally positive....

24 Feb Autism and Eye contact

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Autism and Eye Contact A form of non-verbal social communication, eye contact can indicate that a person is paying attention, interested, and engaged. Lack of eye contact is one of many criteria used by doctors to diagnose autism. Since there are no physical tests for autism,...

27 Nov What are the signs of Autism?

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The Autism diagnosis age and intensity of autism’s early signs vary widely. Some infants show hints in their first months. In others, behaviours become obvious as late as age 2 or 3. Not all children with autism show all the signs. Many children who don’t have autism show...