Most parents do not see the signs of social anxiety disorder in their child. Most parents assume that they just have a quiet child or that the child is shy Social Anxiety is often misunderstood as being shy. Kids are usually quiet in new situations or around new people. A shy child will watch, observe and slowly dare to explore and interact with the new scenario. It may take a few hours or a...

  Children with Down Syndrome do not grow as much as their peers, their facial features are flat, with upward slanting eyes, a small head and a short neck. However, physical appearance does not indicate the extent of cognitive impairment. In India 23,000 to 29,000 children are born each year with Down Syndrome. This is quite a significantly larger number, but awareness of the condition and access to proper treatment and care is highly inadequate....

  Vaccines confer activity immunity on the individual by teaching the immune system how to respond to certain infections. If you did not already know, and are still confused about vaccinations and their necessity, here are TEN reasons why you should make sure your child is up to date with his/her immunization schedule.   VACCINES ERADICATE DISEASES & SAVE LIVES.   Diligent worldwide administering of vaccines is what has successfully eradicated Smallpox, which claimed thousands...

  Too much screen time is also a major cause of dry eye in kids. Over time it can even lead to the child having trouble focusing. Studies have actually shown a rise in myopic vision in children who spend too much time looking at the computer/ tab screen. There is in an increased number of young children wearing glasses to help them see better. Vision problems and poor eyesight among kids have become common...

  Bodily fluids lost due to diarrhea need to be replaced with urgency. Administering ORS at the first signs of diarrhea saves lives." Oral Rehydration Salts or ORS is administered to patients with dehydration to rehydrate the body. It is quite a simple mode of treatment and can prove to be lifesaving.   WHAT CAUSES DEHYDRATION?   Dehydration occurs when a person loses more fluids than is consumed. As a result, the body does not...

  Treatment for ASD is customized to benefit the individual because no two autistic individuals are the same. It is important to ensure that the treatment is structured, intensive and consistent for more favorable outcomes. It is never easy to accept that one's child has a condition that is untreatable - a condition that requires unconditional support and tireless effort to help the child cope with otherwise simple day-to-day activities. However, with the right kind...

  Being diagnosed with heart disease or undergoing heart surgery and then subsequently adopting a number of lifestyle changes is often stressful on the patient. Cardiac rehab will also help the individual to cope better. Just as we keep track of physical development in children through certain milestones, parents must also watch out for red flags in their child's emotional development. Every child at some point feels sad or has an angry outburst. However, if...

  In most cases parents do not see snoring as indicative of any underlying disorder and this may be true to a certain extent. However, if the child snores very loudly and has a very disruptive sleep pattern it is best to see a doctor to find out what could be wrong. Obstructive Sleep Apnea occurs due to a blockage in the upper airway that causes the child to stop breathing briefly while sleeping. The...

  All the vitamins, proteins, fats and other nutrients that the newborn needs are found in breastmilk. These nutrients help the baby grow and gain the right amount of weight. Choosing to breastfeed your baby is one of the most important decisions the mother makes for her new-born. There are significant advantages for the mother and for the child, that many first-time mothers may not be aware of.   BENEFITS OF BREASTFEEDING TO THE BABY...

Certain vaccine shots are more painful than others. This is not a reason to fear vaccines. It is easier to treat the soreness at the injection site or the fever, than the disease for which the child was vaccinated. It's true. To fall victim to naysayers who spin conspiracy theories around vaccines, is to put yourself and your loved ones in danger. Vaccines are run through several tests and evaluation to ensure it is safe...