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Seven-year-old Aarav sat at the kitchen table, tears streaming down his face as he struggled to read a simple sentence. His mother watched helplessly, wondering why her bright, creative child couldn't make sense of the letters on the page. Like many parents , she asked herself: "Can dyslexia be cured? Will my child ever read like other children?" If you're a parent or teacher facing similar concerns, you're not alone. Understanding what science tells us about dyslexia can transform worry into actionable hope. What Exactly Is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain processes written language. It's one of the most common learning disabilities, affecting: 20% of the population worldwide 30% of children in India People across all languages, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds Common Signs of Dyslexia Children with dyslexia have normal intelligence and vision, yet they struggle with: Reading accurately and flu...

Last week, I watched a mother sit across from me, tears welling up in her eyes as she described her seven-year-old son. "He can't sit still for five minutes," she said softly. "The teachers say he's disruptive. But I know he's trying. I can see how hard he's trying." Her story isn't unique. Across the world, countless parents are navigating similar challenges with their children—struggles with attention, overwhelming emotions, difficulty learning, or behaviours that others don't understand. For children with autism, ADHD, hyperactivity, or sensory processing difficulties, the world can feel like an assault on their senses, making even simple tasks feel impossible. But here's what that mother learned that day, and what I want every parent to know: movement isn't just play—it's medicine for the brain. Science-backed sensory integration activities can fundamentally change how a child's brain processes the world around them. An...

Introduction   Globally, October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, a period devoted to promoting early detection and support of learning disabilities and increasing public awareness about them. This month serves as an important reminder of the importance of recognising neurodiversity—learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD—and making sure every child receives the support they need to thrive academically and emotionally. In India, learning disabilities affect a significant portion of our school-going children— nearly 31% of school-going children, or 8.2 crore children.   The Growing Reality: Learning Disabilities in India   The numbers tell a compelling story. According to research, 8–16% of school-going children in India have learning disabilities; prevalence rates vary by region, ranging from 2.16% to 30.77%. Moreover, according to recent systematic reviews, approximately 8% of Indian children suffer from Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), which include dyslexia, dysgraphi...