A child has special educational needs if they have a learning problem or disability that make it more difficult for them to learn than most children their age. They may have problems with schoolwork, communication or behaviour. Parents can get help...
Dysphonia and Vocal Cord Dysfunction
Hoarseness (Dysphonia)
A voice that is hoarse or breathy lasting for more than two weeks, may require an evaluation by an otolaryngologist, also known as an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor. If your ENT has recommended voice therapy for a...
The Role of Occupational Therapy in Sensory Processing Issues
If You Suspect Your Child Has Sensory Processing Issues
While sensory processing issues are frequently seen in children with autism, lots of kids who are not on the autism spectrum also experience them.
There is no medication to treat sensory...
What causes different types of tic disorders?
Tics are irregular, uncontrollable, unwanted, and repetitive movements of muscles that can occur in any part of the body.
Movements of the limbs and other body parts are known as motor tics. Involuntary repetitive sounds, such as grunting,...