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.
