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On Friendship Day this year, we at Indian Autism Center hosted a one-of-a-kind event for the first time at the Rotary Sadan in Kolkata in collaboration with the “Riddhi Society for Remedial and Integrated Education”, the “Pradip Center for Autism Management”, and Shivamandir High School, a government-sponsored Hindi medium school for neurodiverse students. Dil Seh…

Could one evaluation unleash a child’s potential and open doors to a world of endless possibilities? Guided by this motto, our RCI-certified rehabilitation psychologist, Mrs Sarmishtha Bhattacharya, along with her team members Shaireen Ali and Trisha Chakraborty, embarked on a mission at Riddhi Society for Remedial and Integrated Education and Sanchar in Kolkata.  The aim was to continue IAC’s…

wl House, Goa hosted a two-day online workshop on non-conventional therapies, including play therapy, sensory integration therapy, dance and movement therapy, and art therapy, on 7/8/24 and 8/8/24. The sessions integrated both theoretical orientation and practical application. The workshop was customised to cater to the needs of children with NDD (neurodevelopmental disorders) Participants got a…

Kerry Magro very wisely said, “Autism is not a tragedy. Ignorance is the tragedy.” India Autism Center was born with the sole purpose of empowering those with autism and their families. Founded in 2019, in Kolkata by Mr. Suresh Somani and his wife Mrs. Namita Somani, parents to an individual with a neurodevelopmental condition, India Autism…

Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects everyone differently. ASD’s characteristics are language delays, uncomfortable social interactions, and irrational behaviour, to name a few. While autism is a lifelong aspect of a person’s identity, early diagnosis and therapy can significantly enhance well-being and support development. Therefore, it is crucial for us to…

What are some key factors to consider while selecting an autism therapy centre? If you are a parent to a child on the spectrum, you are well acquainted with the pressure of finding the right autism center. It is overwhelming to say the least. Add to this the pressure of finding an institution fast to prevent…