Understanding Sleep Terrors: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep terrors, known as night terrors or pavor nocturnes, are episodes of intense fear and panic, accompanied by loud vocalizations, physical movements, and significant autonomic arousal, typically occurring abruptly during sleep (Leung et al., 1989). These events usually take place without the child’s memory of them, though they can result […]
Autism? Cerebral Palsy? No, It’s Rett Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Dr. Ravi Kumar C P, Consultant – Paediatric Neurology, Aster Women and Children Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru People sometimes easily mistake Rett syndrome for autism or cerebral palsy because the symptoms can look similar. Children with Rett syndrome may lose skills such as speech, walking, or hand use, much like children […]
Head Rolling
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep-related movements, such as head rolling, are relatively common behaviors observed in young children. These repetitive actions often raise concern among parents, but in many cases, they are part of normal childhood development. While some children may engage in these behaviors to self-soothe or during sleep transitions, others might do […]
Head banging
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep-related movements, such as headbanging, are relatively common behaviors observed in young children. These repetitive actions often raise concern among parents, but in many cases, they are part of normal childhood development. While some children may engage in these behaviors to self-soothe or during sleep transitions, others might do so […]
Night Wakings Through the Ages: Understanding Sleep Disruptions at Different Stages of Life
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep is crucial for our overall health, yet uninterrupted rest can be difficult for many to achieve. As we age, our sleep patterns naturally change, and waking up during the night can become more frequent. Understanding the reasons behind these nighttime awakenings at various stages of life can help us […]
Understanding Sleepwalking and Sleeptalking in Children: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleepwalking and sleep talking are common sleep disturbances, particularly in children, often leaving parents feeling concerned and confused. While these behaviours are typically harmless, they can disrupt the child’s rest and occasionally present safety risks. Sleepwalking involves the child performing activities, such as walking, during deep sleep, while sleep talking […]
Why is it Important to Sleep
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Introduction : Throughout our lives we experience various States of Consciousness. There are times when we are conscious and alert and there are other times when we are conscious but daydreaming and some other times when we are just asleep. These are different levels of awareness on a daily basis. […]
Dealing With Condition Of Headache In Children
A headache is defined as a persistent pain anywhere in the head or neck. Headaches in children are more common than what is generally thought to be; luckily they are not usually serious. Headache in children needs to be given the same attention as we would give for grown ups. 7 out of 10 school-going […]
Top 5 Tips On Handling Temper Tantrums
Temper Tantrums: How To Handle Them It is an unpleasant disruptive behaviour or emotional outbursts in children especially toddlers ( between the age of 12-18 months) that occur in response to their unmet or unfulfilled needs. It occurs because children cannot express their needs or control their emotions when frustrated. It includes yelling, biting, crying, […]