Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics

How does Developmental & Behavioural Pediatrics benefit your child?

Pediatric developmental and behavioural medicine plays a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of children with developmental and behavioural abnormalities.

Children are more likely to realize their full potential and lead satisfying lives if such abnormalities are dealt with at a young age. There are many illnesses and conditions covered under developmental and behavioural pediatrics, thus it's crucial for parents and medical professionals to be aware of these symptoms in order to offer the right assistance and care for the impacted youngsters.

Early detection and intervention are essential since they can help to treat the problem, stop the condition from progressing and even alleviate the symptoms.

Additionally, parents can get the information and resources they need to assist their child's growth and behaviour. Parents can discover techniques to assist their children in managing their symptoms and acquiring skills that will enhance their quality of life through education and counselling.

Common Developmental & Behavioural problems in kids:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder: ASD is a developmental condition that impacts behaviour, socialization, and communication. Children with ASD may struggle with repeated behaviour, social engagement, and communication.
• ADHD: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is marked by impulsivity, hyperactivity, and impaired attention. Children with ADHD may struggle to focus, maintain organisation, and follow directions.
• Learning Disorders: These are conditions that impair a child's capacity for information acquisition, retention, or usage. Such children may experience difficulties in reading, writing, and problem-solving
• Language Disorder: These are a group of conditions that impair a child's capacity for language comprehension or expressing themselves. Children with language difficulties may find it challenging to understand, read or speak.
• Developmental Delays: This refers to the inability of a child to meet the developmental milestones through various stages of their growth. Children with developmental delays may struggle with socialization, language acquisition, or physical abilities.

What causes Developmental and Behavioural disabilities in kids?

Developmental and Behavioural disabilities can be a result of varied factors. In many cases, these are a result of congenital abnormalities in the brain and nervous system, which may be linked to excessive alcohol intake and substance abuse during pregnancy, underlying genetic abnormalities, lack of proper nutrition and serious infections.

It is important to understand that some children may develop such problems even if the parents are completely healthy. It happens when the child’s brain does not develop as it is supposed to.

How do we help children with developmental and Behavioural disabilities?

At Surya Hospital, we offer various different approaches to assess and treat children with such disabilities. A comprehensive treatment strategy is planned based on a thorough evaluation of the child's behaviour and social interaction. The parents are involved in the coping strategy to help them understand their child condition better and enable them to help their little ones at home. A multidisciplinary strategy is used to do this, involving the cooperation of pediatricians, psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other medical specialists.