What is ADHD? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition that affects children and can persist into adulthood. It impacts executive functions, making it difficult for individuals to regulate emotions, thoughts, and actions. Common Challenges Faced by Individuals with ADHD Difficulty with behavioral regulation Struggles with sustained attention Trouble controlling hyperactivity Poor […]
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DIR vs ABA – Understanding the Key Differences in Autism Therapy Parents of autistic children often receive conflicting advice about intervention methods. DIR Floortime (Developmental, Individual-Differences, Relationship-Based Model) and ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) are two widely used approaches, but they differ significantly in philosophy, goals, and implementation. This article will explain the core differences between […]
This topic is divided into two parts: Primary and Secondary. Primary Speech delay can be identified in children as young as 2 years of age. The reason of speech delay in 2 year old can be primary. In this topic, we only focus on the reasons of a normal child where has normal (average or […]
Every child develops physically and mentally at their own unique pace, making it challenging to identify early signs and symptoms of speech delay. However, the following milestones can help parents, guardians, or caregivers understand a child’s needs better and seek support when necessary. Paying Attention to Others: Between 1 and 4 months, infants should start […]
Overview of teaching appoarch There are many teaching approaches in the realm of Special Education nowadays, such as ABA, DIR, DIR/Floortime, TEACCH, RDI, CBT, and the Glenn Doman method. At SPEECH, we have invested a lot of time observing, researching, and working with children of different age ranges, genders, personalities, and social backgrounds. From such […]