Childhood disability — Our responsibility

Kamath, S. Sachidananda

doi:10.1007/s13312-015-0558-5

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“…In India, 2.5–3.4% of children had various developmental problems diagnosed using screening tools. The most common forms were developmental delay, speech delay, global delay, gross motor delay, and hearing impairment [ 7 ]. In addition, in India, a review of recent studies showed that the prevalence of mental health problems in school-going children varies from 6.33% to 43.1%.…”

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Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status and Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire as Screening Measures for Children in India: A Scoping Review

2023

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Due to the limited availability of suitable measures, screening children for developmental delays and social–emotional learning has long been a challenge in India. This scoping review examined the use of the Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status (PEDS), PEDS: Developmental Milestones (PEDS:DM), and the Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) with children (<13 years old) in India. The scoping review was conducted following the Joanna Briggs Institute Protocol to identify primary research studies that examined the use of the PEDS, PEDS:DM, and SDQ in India between 1990 and 2020. A total of seven studies for the PEDS and eight studies for the SDQ were identified for inclusion in the review. There were no studies using the PEDS:DM. Two empirical studies used the PEDS, while seven empirical studies used the SDQ. This review represents the first step in understanding the use of screening tools with children in India.

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Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status and Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire as Screening Measures for Children in India: A Scoping Review

2023

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“…According to the World Health Organization, nearly 15-20% of children worldwide have disabilities; 85% of which are in developing countries. As per the Census 2011 in India, nearly 27 million people suffer from various disabilities [1]. There are 8 million children with disabilities in the below 19-year age group, including visual impairment, hearing impairment, speech disorder, movement disorder, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, and other types of disabilities [1].…”

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“…As per the Census 2011 in India, nearly 27 million people suffer from various disabilities [1]. There are 8 million children with disabilities in the below 19-year age group, including visual impairment, hearing impairment, speech disorder, movement disorder, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, and other types of disabilities [1]. Due to body function/intellectual impairment and activity limitation, people with disabilities (PWD) experience participation restriction in routine life situations.…”

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Teleconsultation for Children With Developmental Disabilities During the Coronavirus Pandemic: Caregivers’ Experience

Dahake,

Tripathy,

Choudhary

et al. 2023

Cureus

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BackgroundThe unprecedented situation due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) lockdown necessitated the need for teleconsultations with caregivers of children with disabilities. The objective of this study was to explore the acceptability, satisfaction, perceived relevance, and barriers to teleconsultation from a caregiver's perspective. MethodologyThis was a descriptive qualitative study (telephonic interviews) involving in-depth interviews (IDIs) with the caregivers of children with developmental disabilities who received teleconsultations. Manual content analysis of transcripts of IDIs was done. ResultsEight IDIs were conducted with the caregivers of children with cerebral palsy, autism, and developmental delay. The respondents expressed increased challenges in managing their children during the pandemic and the need for professional consultation. They also expressed difficulty in accessing professional help during the pandemic due to poor healthcare access and fear of getting COVID-19. The following responses were noted: "For almost a year we couldn't take her for the therapy," "We were unable to take him to therapy which resulted in an increase in tightness of his limbs, and he became more irritable." All respondents preferred video teleconsultations during lockdown due to flexible timings, ease of communication, and no travel restrictions; "I can benefit from teleconsultation because she does not have any physical problem." However, caregivers of children with physical ailments preferred face-to-face consultation. ConclusionsTeleconsultation was found to effectively support the treatment and rehabilitation of children with disabilities during the COVID-19 lockdown, although direct face-to-face consultation was preferred by caregivers of children with physical ailments. The use of modern mobile/digital technologies creates new opportunities to improve the quality and accessibility of such services.

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The need for prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation inclusion in early pediatric intervention centers in India: A viewpoint

Kumar,

Yadav

2023

Prosthetics &Amp; Orthotics International

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The article focuses on the need for prosthetic and orthotic services in India to improve the quality of life of children with disabilities through early identification and intervention. Early intervention is the earliest identification and comprehensive service and support for children with developmental delays and disabilities ranging from 0 to 6 years to improve their ability to adapt to society. A practical early intervention delays or prevents future complications and prepares the child for functional adult life. It may positively affect the quality of life of the differently abled and their family members, and they can lead an active personal and social life. Also, such interventions promote the well-being and dignity of the differently abled and their parents, which may result in national economic progress. Prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation facilities under the leadership of qualified professionals are needed in India's government and private setups.

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Childhood disability — Our responsibility

Cited by 4 publications

References 3 publications

Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status and Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire as Screening Measures for Children in India: A Scoping Review

Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status and Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire as Screening Measures for Children in India: A Scoping Review

Teleconsultation for Children With Developmental Disabilities During the Coronavirus Pandemic: Caregivers’ Experience

The need for prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation inclusion in early pediatric intervention centers in India: A viewpoint

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