At the primary classroom in Sankalp – The Learning Centre & Special Needs School, in Kolappancheri, Chennai, the afternoon sunlight weaves in through one of the window grills, casting the most curious shadows. The window grill design contains the alphabet — ABCDs wrought in iron, that children trace their fingers across and read out loud. … Read more
May 14, 2021 — When billionaire Tesla founder Elon Musk revealed he has Asperger’s syndrome on his recent Saturday Night Live hosting gig, many applauded his transparency and the ability to speak about a condition that’s often stigmatized. Others, while still appreciating the honesty, point out that Asperger’s is outdated terminology. It is no … Read more
Autism is characterized by impaired social interaction. According to the World Health Organization 1 in 160 children globally have an autistic spectrum disorder and about 18 million Indians are affected by it. World Autism Day is observed on April 2 to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is a condition that is found … Read more