#developmental

[postcard-from-the-past]

Bartola Velasquez, she and her sibling had microcephaly and cognitive developmental disability. They were exhibited in human zoos in the 19th century.

Born in El Salvador, given by their mothers to a merchant to educate and exhibit them. They were eventually billed as "Aztec Children" and an elaborate story was constructed of how they were found in the temple of a lost Mesoamerican city by the name of Iximaya. They toured the U.S. and Europe, appearing before various regents and dignitaries.

French vintage postcard

[editthat]

Welcome Fellow Wanderers! Let’s Talk Writing, Editing, and Fixing Messy Drafts ✍️🔧 📖

Hi writers and editors!

I’m Lu, a freelance editor (and data scientist by day) who geeks out over character arcs, pacing fixes, and sentences that just hit the spot. This blog is for:

Breaking down editing techniques (from line edits to big-picture rewrites)

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[xceptionallearningindia]

Integrating Developmental Therapy into Everyday Learning for Kids

Developmental therapy is a cornerstone of support for children facing developmental delays or disabilities. It focuses on helping children enhance their communication, motor skills, social interactions, and cognitive abilities. While formal therapy sessions are essential, integrating these therapeutic strategies into daily life can significantly boost a child’s progress and overall development.

[storyvoice]

Moving together builds bonds from the time we learn to walk

Whether they march in unison, row in the same boat or dance to the same song, people who move in time with one another are more likely to bond and work together afterward. It’s a principle established by previous studies, but now researchers at McMaster University have shown that moving in time with others even affects the social behavior of babies who have barely learned to walk. “Moving in sync…

[tomatisaustralia]

Understanding Global Developmental Delays in Australian Children

Introduction

Every child develops at their own pace, reaching milestones in motor skills, communication, and cognition at different times. While slight variations in development are normal, some children experience delays across multiple areas, which may indicate a condition known as global developmental delay (GDD). Identifying and addressing GDD early can help children develop essential skills and improve their quality of life.

Delays in Global Development Among Australian Children

Even though children typically progress through developmental stages at a similar rate, one child may reach a milestone earlier than another. A global developmental delay (GDD) occurs when a child faces difficulties across multiple developmental domains. This term broadly refers to any delay in a child’s development from birth to age 18.

Children with GDD often experience challenges in several key areas, including motor skills, speech and language, cognitive abilities, social interactions, and leisure activities.

As a result, they may appear younger or less developed than their peers. Various factors, such as cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, complications during pregnancy, learning difficulties, and intellectual disabilities, can contribute to long-term developmental delays.

Summary

Global developmental delay affects children in multiple areas of growth, making early detection and intervention essential. Understanding its causes and impact can help parents seek appropriate support for their child’s needs.

If you are looking for treatment for global developmental delay, visit Tomatis® Method Australia to explore effective therapeutic solutions.

[lamentofpaperdolls]

[zebulontheplanet]

Hello! Not really a disease, but a developmental thing that is RARELY talked about. I have literally met no one who has talked about this and I frankly haven’t talked about it on my blog once either.

I have an underdeveloped frontal lobe. I remember when i was younger, and a doctor came in with my neuropsych, and she explained how she specialized in the brain, specifically in the development of the brain. I remember her telling me how odd and interesting and “special” my case was, and little old me ate that shit up.

Underdeveloped frontal lobes can cause SOOO many things, and are commonly not talked about. For me, it caused mood swings and behavioral issues very young. And I remember them talking about this specifically. I remember them attributing this to my whole list of other diagnoses, because apparently, an underdeveloped frontal lobes can cause learning disabilities, intellectual disability, cognitive issues, etc. The frontal lobe is so important, and when that’s underdeveloped, it can cause a LOT of issues.

I don’t know much about it, because quite frankly, there isn’t much about it on the internet, or anywhere for that matter.

But I thought it was interesting and thought I should bring it up! Since it’s a rarely talked about thing, I thought I should bring it up, and hopefully some people can relate!

it makes me sad that the same few conditions consume disability discussions. the disability community is so diverse and I know there are other people out there who have diverse experiences. I think the community needs to do a better job of lifting up the voices of people with rare conditions (or even just conditions that aren't spoken about) I want to hear from people who have different experiences from mine. people with rare diseases often have very unique experiences and it's really shameful that we don't get to hear those voices very often.

anyways, if you have a rare disease (hEDS is not rare) or a condition that isn't talked about often feel free to promote your blog or share something on this post.

[postcard-from-the-past]

Maximo Valdez Nunez, he and his sibling had microcephaly and cognitive developmental disability. They were exhibited in human zoos in the 19th century.

Born in El Salvador, given by their mothers to a merchant to educate and exhibit them. They were eventually billed as "Aztec Children" and an elaborate story was constructed of how they were found in the temple of a lost Mesoamerican city by the name of Iximaya. They toured the U.S. and Europe, appearing before various regents and dignitaries.

French vintage postcard

[fallenstarcat]

sometimes i feel like people forget autism is a disability. and that’s not a bad thing! i’m all for disability acceptance, im proud of my disabilities. but i feel like we forget autism can hurt.

it hurts that i have to put more time and energy into socializing than others.

it hurts when i need to move so bad, usually cause im overwhelmed by either my surroundings or emotions, that i thrash and hurt myself.

it hurts that i cant be in places that are too loud or too bright, which on bad days can be as simple as a small, quiet noise or dim lights.

it hurts that i struggle to tell when im hungry, thirsty, tired, etc. so i can’t properly take care of myself. it doesn’t help my insomnia and i get very nauseas and get UTIs.

i 100% believe in autism acceptance. i don’t want a cure. but i also want us the acknowledge that it can hurt. it doesn’t mean my entire life will hurt, but some parts will. and i want a community where we can see both sides, see the hurt, and celebrate it anyway.

[five-thousand-loaves-of-bread]

disabled children not allowed be children.

especially. intellectually and/or developmentally disabled (I/DD) children, & children w behavioral or “behavioral” struggles (aka many I/DD children) not allowed be children.

which may be weird thing say at first because I/DD famous for be infantilized, be treat as forever children. so would think children be only thing they “allow” be, n say they not allow be children contradicting—

but not actually.

as general whole, nondisabled children “allowed” tantrums. allow emotional immature. allowed childish quirks.

what be normal child tantrum fuss in (white) nondisabled children, even with child health/care professionals who whole entire job be understand that nondisabled typically developing child have underdeveloped brain n not yet have self regulate skill n that developmentally appropriate that normal, it may be talk as annoying & inconvenient, but for I/DD children every. single. time. where they “tantrum” “fuss” even in developmentally appropriate ways, chance be write as sign of their disability, sign of behavior problem, sign of emotional problem. be evidence of disorder. of abnormal. of something wrong. which be “okay” reason dehumanize, abuse, be talk about like animal, like not in room, like difficult problem to be solved.

nondisabled adults fondly look back at childhood comfort objects that maybe still have now, stuffed toys blankets or maybe less usual things that mean something to them. but when disabled children have them it be more likely *automatic* see as problem, as something need be weaned off, need be taken away, as unhealthy overattachment, be write into behavioral plan, only allow x minute per day, see as “impractical” & “useless”.

as general whole, nondisabled children allow say no, allow act out “no,” allow prefer, allow not want do something so protest by not doing, by not listening, by pretend not hear you. it may be see as funny or annoying but meanwhile for disabled children it largely see as oppositional as noncompliance as inattentive as something need be trained out of by all means possible.

nondisabled children do things because they kids. disabled children do things because there something wrong with them.

nondisabled children rights n autonomy not fully respected by any means but disabled children get even less of it.

disabled children often not allowed many leeway’s as nondisabled children, what be developmentally appropriate for same age nondisabled children often be over label as disorder as problem as something abnormal need be get rid off in disabled children.

n especially when come to behaviorally, white nondisabled children get be the most “child,” n Black n other disabled children of color get “child” stolen from them in multiple ways.

[millionmovieproject]

It's a holiday. For children. Give them the candy, or fuck off.

[xceptionallearningindia]

Developmental Therapy for Children with ADHD: Strategies and Benefits

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of children worldwide, manifesting through symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. While ADHD can pose significant challenges, developmental therapy has emerged as a valuable approach to helping children overcome obstacles and thrive. Read More: https://xceptionallearning.com/2024/10/16/developmental-therapy-for-children-with-adhd-strategies-and-benefits/

[osokasstuff]

rely on someone to meet basic needs and perform basic self-care tasks is okay and morally neutral, but can we talk about how hard it is? how vulnerable it makes you, how dependent it makes you, how tiring it is, how anxiety-producing it is, how it affects your dignity and self-esteem?

how much guilt it brings to constantly ask people to do something for you, especially something basic and presumably "simple." how little privacy you have left when you need someone to assist you with bathing, feeding (putting food from plate to mouth), dressing, moving, brushing your hair and teeth, and other tasks socially considered private and/or very basic.

even if your caretaker(s) are always nice and respectful and patient and do everything like you wish, it may still feel humiliating. and lots of caretakers are not like this, not even close.

and it's hard for you, and it's hard for caretakers, yes, even paid ones, but often our caretakers are not professional and paid workers. often, it's our loved ones. and it creates unique dynamics that are too taboo to discuss because society sees disabled lives, dependent lives as gross, and toxic positivity requires never to show complicated parts of our experiences even in disability rights activism.

depending on someone for surviving and/or daily living is normal, but it's a complicated experience with plenty of nuances, difficulties, problems, and heavy emotions.

[low-empathy-advocacy]

don't say "empathy" when you mean "helping others."

don't say "empathy" when you mean "moral values."

don't say "empathy" when you mean "taking people's problems into account."

don't say "empathy" when you mean "stand up for people who can't stand up for themselves."

don't say "empathy" when you mean "sense of justice."

don't say "empathy" when you mean "doing right things."