What Causes Down Syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by varying degrees of intellectual…
All Posts in Category: Child Mental Health
Down Syndrome: Types, Symptoms, and Management
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects approximately 1 in 700 births worldwide. It is one of the…
A Child with Down Syndrome – Abeer Story
This is the story of Abeer. From her birth, her parents noticed she was a bit different from other children. They had no knowledge of Down syndrome…
Evidence based diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is increasing with alarming speed.
Children and Internet Surfing!!
Gone are the days, when families used to wait for a fixed and very limited time of TV transmission programmes. International phone calls were for a much reduced duration with a high cost. Type writers were used for script writing. No access to computer technology and to book holidays online. Things, however, have changed tremendously […]
Clinical Psychology HandBook For Parents
This “Clinical Psychology HandBook HandBook for Parents” is an effort by the Department of Psychology at KidsHeart Medical Center, Abu Dhabi, to create awareness in the community and among parents about preparing children for school, tracking their developmental milestones and understanding the red flags of neurodevelopmental disorders and also how children could be engaged positively […]
Play Attention Programs
We offer customized Play Attention Programs for our clients which enables them learn to increase focus and concentration. What is the PLAY ATTENTION Program? How does Play Attention work? Scientific research has demonstrated that the brain is adaptable and capable of learning throughout life. This is termed neuroplasticity. When the user is actively engaged or […]
Assessment Tools
Diverse Psychological Assessment Tools are used separately and in combination to assess the behavior, personality and capabilities of individuals and to understand their specific needs based on which the right intervention is provided. Psychological Assessment Tools: 1. Wechsler Preschool and Primary Intelligence Scale – WPPSI-III The Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence – Third […]
Intervention Tools
Intervention Tools: An extensive range of interactive toys and computer-based activities are used along with behavioral and psychotherapeutic treatments designed to reduce psychological distress and maladaptive behavior and to increase adaptive behavior typically through counseling, support, interaction, or instruction. Related Psychology Services topics:
Children with Determination – Under COVID-19
We were moving quite aggressively on the path of progress and development, moving up on the ladder, seldom looked behind. To be honest, we were never concerned about what could happen or that things could change, and therefore were never ready for a crisis of this magnitude as we thought we were technologically too advanced. […]