Understanding Autism: It’s a Condition, Not a Disease A common misperception regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is that it’s a disease that must be “cured.” However,
In many Indian households, there’s a common scene that plays out quietly, sometimes over years — a child isn’t sitting up yet, doesn’t walk when others their age are running around, or keeps one hand clenched in a tight little fist. Initially, it’s brushed off with comments like “sab kuch time se hota hai” or “shaant nature ka baccha hai.” But when those missed milestones stack up, when walking, holding, even simple play becomes difficult — parents are left worried, confused, and alone with a diagnosis that sounds heavy: Cerebral Palsy.
A 4-year-old who waits a few minutes for his turn at the slide, a 6-year-old who says “I’m angry” instead of pushing – this is emotional regulation in action.
Every parent wants the best for their child-good health, vigorous growth, and a happy, confident future. So when a parent starts feeling that something is “a little different” in their child’s development, it can be emotionally heavy.
Is there an increase in autism in India? – Parents, physicians, educators, and other caregivers are increasingly asking this question. It is evident that more
Most parents worry about speech, walking, or school readiness. But very few stop to think about something just as crucial—how their child’s eyes learn to work.
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