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16/Feb/2023

Global Developmental Delay (GDD) is a term used to describe a child who is significantly behind in their overall development compared to typically developing children of the same age. This can include delays in physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional development.

The causes of GDD can vary and can be due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and medical factors. Some common causes of GDD include genetic conditions such as Down syndrome, brain damage, exposure to toxins, and severe malnutrition.

Speech delay is a common symptom in Global Developmental Delay (GDD), a condition in which an individual experiences a significant lag in multiple areas of development, including speech and language, motor skills, and cognitive abilities. Speech and language development are critical components of overall development in children and are especially important for those with GDD. Here are some reasons why speech and language development is crucial for children with GDD:

Communication: Speech and language are key forms of communication and are essential for children to express their needs, thoughts, and feelings.

Cognitive Development: Speech and language development are closely linked to cognitive development and can support children in developing their thinking, problem-solving, and memory skills.

Social Interaction: Speech and language development play a critical role in enabling children to form social relationships and engage in social activities, helping them to build relationships and connect with others.

Academic Success: Effective speech and language skills are important for academic success, as they are essential for reading, writing, and understanding classroom instructions.

Improved Self-Esteem: Children who can effectively communicate their thoughts and feelings have improved self-esteem and confidence, which can positively impact their overall well-being.

At Jeevaniyam, we provide early intervention and support which are crucial for children with GDD to help them develop their speech and language skills. With the right support and our resources, children with GDD can develop the skills they need to communicate effectively, participate in social activities, and reach their full potential.

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11/Feb/2023

Down syndrome and autism are two developmental disorders that can affect children in different ways. Children with Down syndrome may face intellectual and physical challenges, while those with autism may struggle with social interaction and communication. However, both groups of children can benefit greatly from cognitive therapy.

Cognitive therapy is a type of therapy that focuses on helping individuals change negative thoughts and behaviors. It involves teaching children how to recognize and reframe negative thoughts, and then replace them with more positive, realistic ones. This can be particularly helpful for children with Down syndrome and autism, as they may experience feelings of frustration and low self-esteem due to their disabilities.

For children with Down syndrome, cognitive therapy can help improve their self-esteem and confidence. This can be done by working with the child to identify and challenge negative thoughts about their abilities, and then replacing them with more positive, accurate beliefs. For example, if a child with Down syndrome believes that they are not good at anything, a therapist might help them identify their strengths and accomplishments, and then encourage them to focus on these positive qualities.

For children with autism, cognitive therapy can help improve social skills and communication. This can be done by teaching children how to interpret social cues and respond appropriately. For example, a therapist might work with a child with autism to develop strategies for initiating and maintaining conversations, and for recognizing and responding to the emotions and needs of others.

Cognitive therapy can also help children with Down syndrome and autism manage stress and anxiety. This can be done by teaching them relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing and visualization, and by helping them develop coping strategies for dealing with challenging situations.

In addition to individual therapy, parents and caregivers can also benefit from cognitive therapy. This can involve working with a therapist to develop strategies for supporting their child with Down syndrome or autism, and for managing their own emotions and stress levels.

In conclusion, cognitive therapy can be a highly effective treatment for children with Down syndrome and autism. By helping children change negative thoughts and behaviors, cognitive therapy can improve self-esteem, social skills, communication, and stress management. With the right support and guidance, children with these disabilities can reach their full potential and lead happy, fulfilling lives.

At Jeevaniyam, our doctors and therapists give a combination of ayurvedic protocols and therapies that will heal the child both mentally and spiritually and thereby increasing the quality of life the child.

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06/Feb/2023

Autism and Creativity

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social interaction, communication, and behaviour. Children on the autism spectrum may have difficulty understanding social cues, may be less interested in social interactions and may have repetitive behaviours and narrow interests. Creativity is the ability to come up with original and valuable ideas. There is a belief that children with autism may have a different way of thinking and processing information, which might enhance their creative abilities. Research on autism and creativity in children is limited, but some studies suggest that children with autism may have unique strengths that contribute to their creativity.

While autism can present significant challenges for individuals and their families, some research suggests that certain traits associated with autism may also have benefits.

Attention to Detail: People with autism often have heightened attention to detail, which may help them excel in areas such as art, music, and mathematics. They may be able to notice patterns and details that others might miss and can be very precise in their work.
Visual-spatial Skills: People with autism may have strong visual-spatial skills, which can be beneficial in fields such as art, design, and architecture. They may have a keen ability to notice patterns, colours, and shapes, which can be helpful in creating art or designing structures.
Memory: People with autism may have a good memory, especially for specific information. They may be able to recall facts and figures with accuracy, which can be beneficial in fields such as history, science, or mathematics.
Honesty and Integrity: People with autism may have difficulty understanding social cues, which can make them appear less interested in social interactions. However, they may be more honest and straightforward in their communication, which can be beneficial in fields such as business and politics.
Strong Interests: Some people with autism may have very specific and intense interests, which they may pursue with great focus and passion. This can lead to a great depth of knowledge and expertise in a particular field.

However, it’s important to note that not all children with autism have enhanced creativity and some may have difficulty with creative activities. Creativity is a multifaceted trait, and it is influenced by many factors such as genetics, environment, and experiences. Children with autism may face challenges with social interactions and communication, which may affect their ability to participate in group activities and to express their ideas. It’s also important to recognize that every child with autism is unique, and their abilities and talents will vary. Some children with autism may need additional support and accommodations to reach their full potential in creative activities. For example, some children may benefit from visual aids or other forms of communication to express their ideas. Additionally, providing opportunities for children with autism to explore and develop their interests and talents can help to foster their creativity.

At Jeevaniyam, we help parents to identify autism in a child in a very early stage and our doctors and specialist will help the child to identify their talent and train them to improve their skillset so that they can have a quality life.

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02/Feb/2023

Global developmental delay (GDD) is a term used to describe a child who is significantly behind in their overall development compared to their peers. Children with GDD may have delays in multiple areas of development, such as cognitive, motor, and language skills. GDD is generally diagnosed when a child has not reached certain developmental milestones by a certain age. The exact cause of GDD can vary and may be due to genetic or environmental factors. Additionally, it can be caused by a combination of different factors, such as prematurity, birth defects, or exposure to toxins.

Children with GDD may also have difficulty with self-care tasks such as dressing, eating, and toileting. They may be delayed in reaching developmental milestones, such as sitting up, crawling, or walking. They may also have difficulty with social interactions, such as making eye contact, responding to their name, or understanding simple instructions. Children may also experience delays in multiple areas of development, such as cognitive, motor, and language skills. This can affect their ability to learn, communicate, and participate in everyday activities.

GDD can also have a significant impact on a child’s family and caregivers. Parents may face additional challenges in caring for a child with GDD, such as arranging for therapy and other interventions and may experience increased stress and emotional strain.

At Jeevaniyam, we handle this with a multi phased plan. Our doctors and therapist will give parents and caregivers adequate training for effectively handling the child. We also use a 3 step process guide along with interventions and support to monitor the improvement of the child.

Identification: The first step in addressing global developmental delay in children is to accurately identify the condition. This typically involves a thorough evaluation by a paediatrician or other specialist, including cognitive, motor, and language development assessments.
Interventions: Once a child has been diagnosed with global developmental delay, the next step is to implement interventions to help them progress. This may include therapy sessions with a speech therapist, occupational therapist, or physical therapist. Additionally, educational interventions such as special education classes may be recommended.
Monitoring and Review: The final step in addressing global developmental delay is to monitor a child’s progress over time and adjust interventions as needed. Regular assessments should be conducted to track progress and identify any areas where additional support may be required. Families should work closely with their child’s healthcare providers and therapists to ensure that the child is receiving the best possible care.

It’s important to note that every child is different and the effects of GDD can vary depending on the specific needs of the child, and the support and interventions they receive. With appropriate interventions and support, children with GDD can make progress and improve their overall functioning.

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Dr Reshmi Pramod

16/Jan/2023

ORAL PLACEMENT THERAPY – FOR SPEECH AND FEEDING

Oral–motor is a term that is still widely used in our speech systems. The use of oral motor exercises in a feeding program has never been debated in our field. For example, the feeding activities.

Children with different special need categories cannot imitate targeted speech sounds using auditory and visual stimuli (i.e., “Look, listen, and say what I say”). They also cannot follow specific instructions to produce targeted speech sounds (e.g., “Put your lips together and say m”).

Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) is a tactile teaching technique used for children and adults with Oral Placement Disorders, who cannot learn standard speech sound production using auditory and visual teaching methods alone.

It is based on a common sequence

Facilitate speech movement with the assistance of a therapy tool (ex. Talk Tools® Bite Block, horn, tongue depressor) or a tactile-kinesthetic facilitation technique (ex. PROMPT facial cue);
Facilitate speech movement without the therapy tool and/or tactile-kinesthetic technique (cue fading);
Immediately transition movement into speech with and without therapy tools and/or tactile-kinesthetic techniques.

Oral Placement Therapy works only on movements needed for speech clarity. OPT facilitates the pre-requisite skills in muscle control to develop dissociation and grading in the muscles of the abdomen, velum, jaw, lips and tongue for clients who cannot approximate the standard speech sounds using the instructions. If the client can produce standard speech using adequate placement and duration using only auditory and visual cueing, OPT would not be included in that client’s program plan.

At Jeevaniyam, the Speech Language Pathologist, focus on OPT along with conventional Speech Therapy. The therapy program for each child is tailor-made based on the child’s speech and language requirements.

For more detailed information:

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+91 996 151 8687, +91 996 129 8312
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11/Jan/2023

What is an ADHD Diet?

Having a healthy, balanced diet is important to have a happy and healthy life. A healthy diet can provide an effective complementary approach to alleviating some symptoms of ADHD. Ideally, your eating habits would help the brain work better and lessen symptoms, such as restlessness or lack of focus. The link between diet & autism has long been investigated, with some parents of autistic children firmly believing that the symptoms were alleviated by a certain diet.

But what’s the truth? Are there actually any objective measures to support the claim?

Nutrition is a tough topic when it comes to autism. There are so many different diets, protocols and recommendations that often leave parents or autistic adults feeling overwhelmed. Children with autism may limit their food intake or have food preferences. Many children with autism also have gastrointestinal symptoms like constipation, diarrhea or abdominal pain. As a result, children with autism are sometimes low in certain nutrients. Some of these nutrients have been studied to see if giving children supplements of these nutrients may help with autism symptoms. However, more research is needed. Before giving your child any supplements, speak with your child’s dietitian or health care provider first.

The following food elements can be avoided:

Dairy: When casein (one of the proteins in dairy) mixes with stomach acid, it produces something called an exorphin. Exorphins bind to the opioid receptor sites and can result in a myriad of troubles – brain fog, spaciness, inability to concentrate, and a numbness to pain.
Gluten: A mixture of proteins found in grains such as wheat, barley, and rye, gluten can increase inflammation when ingested. In fact, your body can create antibodies to gluten which can fire up, or inflame, your brain.
Corn: There is simply nothing truly beneficial and many potentially harmful things that can come from eating corn.
Sugar: Avoiding sugar and refined carbohydrates and increasing lean protein can dramatically improve concentration and judgment, and decrease impulsiveness.
Artificial Ingredients: Avoid all additives, preservatives, dyes and artificial colours, artificial flavourings, and artificial sweeteners.

Food Items to consider

Milk Substitutes: Be sure the container states the product is casein-free, not just dairy-free.
Gluten-free Bread: These breads are made from rice or tapioca flour. The taste and texture are different from regular bread.
Cheese Substitutes: Check the ingredient list before purchasing any alternative cheese, as some brands that are labelled “dairy-free” may still contain the casein protein.
Meat: Pre-packaged or frozen meat may contain spices that are not gluten-free, so it’s important to check the list of ingredients.
Produce: Fresh fruit and vegetables are usually safe choices for gluten/casein-free foods.

At Jeevaniyam, with the help of the expert team of doctors, therapists and dietitians we find out the symptoms of ADHD at a very young age and help them achieve a social smile by integrating Ayurvedic protocols and dietary intervention in a scientific way.

Dr Reshmi Pramod

07/Jan/2023

Anxiety In Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Anxiety disorders and symptoms are common co-occurring conditions in youth with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Research on the prevalence and clinical characteristics of this condition has soared during the past decade. Autistic children feel many of the same worries and fears as other children. Autistic children might also worry or feel stressed about things that are less worrying for typically developing children. Often parents would misinterpret certain behaviours as the child’s tantrums and try to rectify these.

Children with ASD develop anxiety mostly due to the following reasons:

Small disruptions to their routines or new sensations they feel in their bodies.
Unfamiliar or unpredictable social situations.
Situations where it’s hard to know what other people are thinking or feeling.
Their own thoughts and feelings, especially unfamiliar or unpleasant physical symptoms that are related to worried thoughts and feelings.

Autism is neuro developmental, whereas anxiety is a mental-emotional. Still, the area of the brain involved in the expression of fear, called the amygdala, may play a role in comorbid anxiety and ASD.

Does your child have the following behavioural pattern?

Always feeling on edge
Fatigue
Trouble with concentration and memory
Irritability
Muscle tension
Uncontrollable worries
Reduced amount or quality of sleep

Social and emotional factors may also contribute to anxiety. Autistic people may need support to learn how to read body language and other social cues. Sometimes these situations can make them feel overwhelmed and anxious.

You can help your child learn ways to calm down when they start feeling anxious or stressed.

At Jeevaniyam, we help children who has ASD and suffer anxiety with the help of ayurvedic protocols integrated with:

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy – This helps children develop skills to change their thinking in situations that make them anxious

Therapies And Supports – that use gradual exposure to help children face their fears

Social Stories – these can help prepare children for unfamiliar or stressful situations that generally make them anxious

Relaxation Training – to help your child learn to relax.

A few things that parents and care takers can teach the child to control anxiety are:

Counting slowly to 10
Taking 5 deep breaths
Running around the yard 5 times
Doing 50 jumps on the trampoline
Looking at a collection of favourite or special things
Reading a favourite book
Closing eyes for a few moments
Going to a quiet part of the house.

Dr Reshmi Pramod

22/Oct/2022

Virtual Autism – A New Threat To Toddlers

Virtual autism is a condition that is understood to occur when young children under the age of four are exposed to excessive screen time. Studies have shown that children with autism show impaired social communication skills and repetitive behaviours. When children spend hours a day interacting with screens, it can lead to reduced brain function and challenging behaviour. It is thought that this may be caused by the fact that many of the games and apps we use on our phones, tablets, and computers have been developed specifically for children. This has led to an increase in prevalence among children under four years old.

Over-exposure to screentime is defined by experts as more than two hours per day. More than this has been found to affect brain development, leading to cognitive abilities being affected, speech delay and certain behavioural issues, resulting in children that are not able to interact positively with their peers. The age up to three years is very crucial for any toddler to develop language and speech skills. It is through observing lip movements of those around them that babies learn to speak. Experts opine that if this is replaced by mimicking characters as seen on TV, developmental issues are sure to develop in the child. To find features in children, parents should pay attention to every activity of the child, especially when the child is playing games on the mobile phone computer or PC, watching movies. If these symptoms are ignored, then your child will grow up with this idea. Takes this direction. The baby is small. As their symptoms start to appear, you have more time. You can stop your child early, which affects his mental capacity.

The symptoms of virtual autism are like other forms of autism. The main difference is that they do not have any physical symptoms. Some of the major symptoms found in children are:

They can’t interact in society and are unable to speak, read, or write.
Lack of eye contact.
inability to play with other people.
Unusual speech patterns.

Physical activities have a major impact on the emotional development of the child. Emotional health is very important for the development of the child and can be greatly stimulated by movement. With the help of sports, the child grows physically, mentally, and emotionally fulfilled. Sports stimulate interactions.

At Jeevaniyam, we are a team of experts who want to help as many parents as possible understand what is happening with their children so they can take adequate actions. Our protocol includes a combination of ayurvedic protocols, diet and physical activities which will enable the child to improve their physical, mental and emotional health.

Dr Reshmi Pramod

18/Oct/2022

Understanding The Effects of Autism on Brain

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that has been widely studied for over 30 years. Despite its high prevalence rate, the causes of autism remain elusive. What’s more, the treatment effect of autism varies considerably from person to person and often depends on the severity of symptoms present at birth. The causes for these differences in prevalence are not fully known at this time, although it is thought that genetic factors may play a role in some people’s risk for developing autism from birth onward. The term itself derives from the Greek word “autos” meaning ‘self’, and “-poiein”, or “to make or do”. Symptoms appear before age 3 and may be accompanied by some degree of delay in development. This disorder is characterized by impaired social interaction and verbal and nonverbal communication and restrictive, repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests, or activities.

No two people with autism are the same, in terms of their symptoms. For some people on the spectrum, it’s difficult to make eye contact or read other people’s facial expressions. Persons with autism experience information processing in their brains that is different from people without autism. The brain shows less coordinated activity in autism. Uncertainty exists on whether autism affects how specific brain regions function on their own. The brain’s grey matter, which controls the majority of its functions, is far more developed in children with ASD. Children with ASD have brains that are larger overall than those of typical children but underdeveloped in certain areas. This phenomenon might help explain why some kids with ASD excel at math and other subjects that require keen visual-spatial abilities and learning by role, while other kids struggle in these areas.

The human brain contains extensive structural and functional networks. Early brain imaging shows that a brain region can have different activity and roles with both brain network activities and functions. Functional connections and anatomical connections in the brain can be distinguished from one another. The physical connections that exist between the two hemispheres of the brain contain these connections.

At Jeevaniyam, our doctors have an integrative ayurvedic approach in identifying the symptoms of autism and treating it. There is no cure for autism, but there is evidence to suggest that the earlier a child with autism is diagnosed and treated, the better their life will be and our protocols play a major role in improving the quality of life for these children.

Dr Reshmi Pramod

08/Oct/2022

Behavioural Therapy For ADHD Kids

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be difficult to diagnose in children and adolescents because symptoms can vary greatly from one child to another. Behavioural therapy is a treatment that addresses behaviours and emotions that cause problems with concentration, organization, time management, self-control, and cooperation. This is also one of the most widely seen neurodevelopmental problems of children while growing up. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviours (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or be overly active. One of the major treatment techniques used for controlling ADHD is behavioural therapy. Behavioral therapy is an effective treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that can improve a child’s behaviour, self-control, and self-esteem.

Behavioural Therapy an umbrella term for types of therapy that treat ADHD. This will benefit your child by limiting their destructive behaviour, strengthen their good behaviour and most importantly enable the child to express their feelings in a peaceful manner. Behavioural therapy is used to treat the following symptoms like:

Eating Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Social phobias
Self-harming behaviour

The four most common treatments for ADHD under behavioural therapy are:

Applied behaviour analysis (ABA): This is a form of therapy where the child’s environment is changed to help them learn how to behave in a more normal manner. It involves using rewards and punishment to encourage or discourage certain behaviours.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): This is based on the theory that many of the problems experienced by people with ADHD stem from their thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT focuses on helping the individual understand their own behaviour as well as why it may be inappropriate.

Cognitive behavioral play therapy: This type of therapy uses play to help children learn about certain situations and challenges they might face in life. The therapist helps children think about how they would react if they were faced with these challenges and then works with them on how best to handle them.

Exposure therapy: This type of therapy involves exposing the individual to something that scares them so that they can become desensitized to it over time. In this way, the person will eventually stop responding so strongly when faced with similar situations in the future

At Jeevaniyam, we have an integrated approach, which comprises of ayurvedic therapies and behavioural therapies by doctors and professionals, as ADHD is a serious mental health disorder that can make it difficult for some people to work, study and get along with others. Behavioral therapy can help people with ADHD manage their symptoms, so they are less disruptive and more manageable.

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The following food elements can be avoided:

Food Items to consider

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Anxiety In Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Does your child have the following behavioural pattern?

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Virtual Autism – A New Threat To Toddlers

The symptoms of virtual autism are like other forms of autism. The main difference is that they do not have any physical symptoms. Some of the major symptoms found in children are:

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Understanding The Effects of Autism on Brain

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