If you’re overwhelmed with the daily challenges of autism, it’s time to take a step back and remember that you have hope for the future. Begin by reading these encouraging facts while remembering the precious child underneath the challenges.
The challenges of ADHD demolish a child’s self-esteem. How can they feel confident when every day poses overwhelming problems they struggle to control? Though it’s a slow process, you can boost your child's self-esteem with these tips.
You know sleep is essential, but you may have questions about the amount of sleep your child needs and how to help them when they frequently struggle to get a full night’s sleep. Here's what you should know about your child's sleep needs.
You may think that migraines only affect adults, but children get them too. Half of adults had their first migraine before the age of 12. If your child has migraines, they need unique treatment to ease their pain and prevent future headaches.
Concussions are quite common, with 25% of adolescents having at least one diagnosed concussion. If your child bumps their head, there's only one way to determine the impact on their brain, and that's with a prompt neurocognitive evaluation.
Parents share stories about their kids and inevitably compare their child's development to others. If your child seems slow to achieve skills like walking and talking, they may have a developmental delay. Here's a rundown on delays and their causes.
If there's one thing that adds to the challenge of helping your child learn to live with Tourette syndrome, chances are it’s dealing with all the myths surrounding the disease. This blog runs down the top six myths and sets the record straight.
Type I Chiari malformations affect your child’s brain and spinal cord. Learning the signs gives you the ability to seek early treatment that protects your child’s central nervous system. Here’s what you need to know about Chiari malformation symptoms.
Children can have such mild and brief seizure symptoms that the episode goes unnoticed. They can also have full-blown convulsions that last several minutes. Read on to learn more about the different types of seizures and the symptoms they cause.
If you have any concerns about your child’s speech and language development, it’s always better to seek help sooner rather than later. With early intervention, targeted treatment improves their skills and boosts their social and school success.
Would you be surprised to learn that protective headgear doesn’t prevent a concussion? Read on to learn the latest about helmets, along with steps you can take to protect your child from suffering a concussion.
Music therapy can open doors, especially to combat neurological conditions like ASD.
Unusual patterns in your brain waves may signal your provider to look into ruling out types of brain disorders or a brain disarrangement.
MRIs are one of our most valuable tools for diagnosing and treating neurological conditions in children. If your child ever needs an MRI, you can depend on our full support throughout their procedure. Meanwhile, this blog tells why an MRI is required.
Do you wonder how psychotherapy could help Tourette Syndrome? Read on to learn about one unique type of therapy that can ease your child’s stress and boost their confidence by teaching them the skills they need to control their tics.
Epilepsy affects six out of every 1,000 children. For all of these children and parents, the uncertainty of when a seizure might strike is terrifying. You can begin to overcome the fear with treatments that reduce or prevent seizures.
No one is prepared to learn their child has autism. When you hear those words, there’s only one way to know what to do next. You need compassionate, experienced autism professionals to give you guidance and a path to follow. Here are the first steps.
Memory problems have a significant impact on a child’s ability to pay attention, learn, and generally thrive. Getting an evaluation at the first sign of memory loss is the key to overcoming the problem and preventing complications.
Most headaches are harmless and your child returns to their energetic self in a few hours. But children can have severe headaches or head pain that signals a health problem. Learn the signs that show your child’s headache is cause for concern.
It’s no surprise that most concussions occur during sports activities, yet many young athletes keep playing because they don’t have immediate symptoms. And nothing is riskier for their brain than staying active when they have a concussion.
ADD and ADHD have a long, overlapping history and now ADD is a type of ADHD. Confused? You’re not alone. Many parents wonder about the difference between the two and how to recognize it in their kids. Read on for a clear explanation.
Sports activities, falls, and being struck in the head are the top causes of concussions in children. No matter how it happens, parents need to recognize the signs of a concussion so they can seek timely medical care and help their child heal.
Ella Lee Forest resident Leah Salinas was in middle school when attention-deficit disorder really started impacting her life, though she wouldn’t be diagnosed with it for more than 20 years.
Do you wonder if your child’s performance and behavioral challenges like not paying attention, being constantly in motion or never finishing homework are typical childhood issues or if they could be ADHD? Read on to learn more.
The best therapy for cerebral palsy includes multiple types of treatment that are specially designed to address your child’s challenges. Though medications are essential, the right therapies can support functioning and improve their quality of life.
The tics caused by Tourette Syndrome improve with several types of treatments. We help parents navigate the options, explaining how each one works and recommending the best therapy for your child.
Parents can’t help but compare their child’s progress to other children, which often leads to questions and concerns when one child’s development outpaces the other’s. Here’s what you need to know about developmental delays.
It’s only natural for parents to want to know what caused their child’s seizure. Here are some of the common causes of seizures in children. If you have concerns about your child and seizures, we’re available by phone, telemedicine, and appointment.
Most people diagnosed with ADHD have trouble with working memory, a problem that’s at the heart of their struggle with inattention and influences the many daily challenges they face. Here’s what you need to know about ADHD and memory problems.
Any child, whether they’re involved in sports or playing in the family room, can suffer a concussion. Here are the red flags you should know about and the actions to take as soon as your child suffers an injury that may result in a concussion.
Appearing zoned out and lost in thought isn’t always an example of daydreaming. It can also be a symptom of inattentive ADHD or a sign that a child is having an absence seizure. But how do you tell the difference?
Although it isn’t always easy to recognize, ADHD is behind a significant number of problems throughout a child’s life. Do you have questions? We have answers and the tools to help.
Join the Down Syndrome Association of Houston and THINK Neurology for Kids as we unite for a common cause and raise funds at the 2019 Houston Buddy Walk.
Watching your child experience a seizure can be terrifying and heartbreaking. You need answers fast. Learn how an EEG can help accurately diagnose and monitor your child so you can get them the right treatment.
Dr. Varghese has been featured on page 31 of LIVING magazine March edition.
After a review of 14 studies, researchers concluded that the more physical activity children have the more likely they are to do better academically.
Football is one of the more popular spectator sports in the United States having formed in the late 1800’s at college campuses.
Watch Dr. Varghese discuss migraines in children.
Here at THINK Neurology for Kids we don't see our patients as just patients, we see them as THINKers. We aim to develop their minds in new ways and introduce them to a world of opportunities. Read about Emma and how her life was impacted through THINK.
