What are Pervasive Developmental Disorders? The diagnostic category of pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) refers to a group of disorders characterized by delays in the development of […]
What is Periventricular Leukomalacadia Periventricular Leukomalacadia (PVL) is one of the most important causes of cerebral palsy and other long-term handicaps. PVL is primarily seen in […]
The optic nerve serves as a connector, carrying visual information from the eye to the brain. Those that have optic nerve hypoplasia (ONH) have an underdeveloped […]
Nystagmus is a complex eye condition where the eyes make involuntary movements all the time. Nystagmus Symptoms Nystagmus is an involuntary movement of the eyes. If […]
Noonan Syndrome (NS) is a relatively common congenital genetic condition which affects both boys and girls. How is Noonan Syndrome Diagnosed? The diagnosis of Noonan Syndrome […]
Inside body cells are tiny little parts called mitochondria (as many as 1,000 per cell). The mitochondria make the energy the cells need to grow and do […]
Asperger’s Syndrome is a neurological disorder that is marked by difficulties in communication and social interaction. Children with this condition find it difficult to identify and […]
Angelman Syndrome is a chromosomal disease that causes neurological problems. What are Angelman Syndrome Symptoms? Common symptoms of Angelman Syndrome include: Flat heads Feeding problems (infants […]
Aicardi Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the partial or complete absence of the structure that links the two hemispheres of the brain, the […]
Torticollis is not simply a diagnosis, but a sign of an underlying disorder. Torticollis means “twisted neck” and describes an abnormal neck posture with persistent rotation […]
What is Torticollis? Torticollis means ‘twisted neck’ and is caused by damage to or a shortening of the Sterno-cleido-mastoid muscle (SCM muscle) in a baby’s neck. […]
Selective dorsal rhizotomy is a neurosurgical procedure which can permanently reduce spasticity and improve motor functions in children with cerebral palsy. If preformed at an early […]
Including children with special needs into regular child care settings is becoming a trend in today’s society. The benefits of inclusion (defined as having children of […]
Sensory pressure vests provide constant, even deep pressure to children when their body is craving this important calming and organizing proprioceptive input. Pressure vests promote self-calming, […]
What is “People First Language”? The term came about primarily to recognize the fact that people with disabilities are first and foremost people, and should not […]
When most people think about inclusion they think about children with disabilities being included in the typical classrooms within their schools. But inclusion should extend beyond […]
Friendship plays an important role in everyone’s life. When one has no friends life spans are significantly reduced. Experts agree that friendship is not a luxury, […]
We receive many questions from parents in our Ask A Therapist forum asking “Am I harming my child or causing additional speech delays by speaking to […]
Fostering Play Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Play is an essential part of facilitating a child’s development, including their social, emotional, physical and […]
What types of therapy could the speech therapist do with my child who has PVL (Periventricular leukomalacia)? He is 14 months old and doesn’t have an […]