Does your child constantly hum songs, repeat phrases from cartoons, make random sounds, or talk to themselves repeatedly throughout the day? While these behaviors may sometimes seem unusual or distracting, they are often a form of self-regulation known as vocal stimming. Vocal stimming refers to repetitive sounds, words, noises, or verbal behaviors that help a person manage emotions, sensory input, focus, or excitement. It is commonly seen in individuals with autism spectrum

Speech therapy is the assessment and treatment of communication problems and speech disorders. It is performed by speech-language...

What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of...

If we wish to move to a framework of friendly neurodiversity, the term “socially awkward” must be removed. We are all different flavors...

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder commonly associated with childhood, but it can persist into adulthood for many individuals. In fact, recent studies estimate that about 2.5%–5% of adults globally live with ADHD, including many undiagnosed individuals in India. ADHD is often associated with symptoms such as hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity, communication difficulties in adults with ADHD are frequently overlooked —des

Pressured speech is a clinical symptom when a person speaks rapidly, loudly, and relentlessly—often making it difficult for others to interrupt. It goes beyond just talking fast and is typically involuntary, reflecting an intense internal pressure to express thoughts. It can be a key sign of underlying mental health conditions, particularly mania and hypomania and it is also associated with bipolar disorder. What Is Pressured Speech? Unlike general fast talking, pressured spe

A child begins to communicate their needs at an early age, and there surely isn't anything more rewarding than being able to understand...

Social (pragmatic) communication disorder (SPCD) is a newly added diagnosis in the latest edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical...

ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This condition affects the person's behavior. The person tends to have...