Learning through play is a tried-and-tested educational technique, and games are part of this. Not only is it important to introduce an element of competitiveness into children’s learning, those vital elements of teamwork, learning how to lose, and being magnanimous in victory, are all part and parcel of a well-rounded education, and provide invaluable life…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas The typical underperforming child is an enigma to parents and teachers alike. They find it difficult to understand why some children would not do homework, don’t listen, daydream, and look out of the window during class. They may have poor study skills, and find school boring and irrelevant. Their abilities and…
Now with the coronavirus outbreak, we are forced to spend more time inside. Working or studying from home will be the new normal, and even though parents can easily get used to it, for our kids the change will be brutal. Going to school is not only about gaining knowledge, but also about socializing, playing,…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas All of us have heard of Intelligence Quotient (IQ) and Emotional Quotient (EQ), but few of us may have heard of Passion Quotient (PQ). What is Passion Quotient? Passion is deep love for what you do. Passion Quotient measures how much you enjoy what you do. It is the single minded…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas The typical teenager talks very little with her parents. She is in her room most or all the time, and get closer to her friends than to the family. Sometimes these behaviors get so out of hand that parents have to resort to learning life hacks for parenting rebellious teens. However,…
Taking children on planes can be incredibly anxiety-provoking for parents. Hoping that your children will be on their best behavior, that they won’t make too much noise and that they won’t be scared are just a few of the potential concerns that can cause parents anxiety. Worrying endlessly about these factors could drive you crazy,…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Very few of us are lucky to have photographic memories. For the rest of us mere mortals, information has to be actively memorized and recalled. The degree of ease with which this process of memorization and recall happens is different for each of us, but the good news is that we…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Raising a disabled child is challenging to say the least. Raising a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) radically transforms the lives the parents and the other members of the family. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurological and developmental disorder that begins in early childhood and lasts lifelong. It…
Summer vacation? It might be great for the kids… but what about the parents? With a house full of kids, it can be hard to keep the peace for the whole summer. While it’s a good idea to take your kids to the park, beach, or any other fun place, some families may not have…
Illegible handwriting, awkward pencil grip, letter, and number reversal are some of the handwriting difficulties children struggle with. When your child starts to learn how to write, it can be a complicated process that gets parents, and likewise, the kids themselves stressed up. When your child is in third grade or upwards, less time is…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that require medical and psychological intervention. Young women are predominantly the victims of eating disorders, though anyone at any age can fall prey to these. These disorders often begin as an obsession with one’s body, weight and shape, and quickly develop into much more…
Although children develop their motor skills at different rates, it’s still important to encourage them to practice those skills. Motor skills can develop from the following activities: Holding and moving a pencil Cutting with scissors Using belts, snaps, and zippers to get dressed Using eating utensils Opening and closing latches Moving a computer mouse However,…
