Technology

Epilepsy can still feel like a mysterious disorder, even today. However, we now know more about how seizures are triggered in the brain, or what triggers them. Scientists are working on new treatments and technology to help patients with epilepsy treat, monitor and manage their seizures for a safer and healthier life. Stereotactic electroencephalography/sEEG and...

Children with autism may have difficulties learning social and self-help skills, including how to make friends how to care for personal hygiene (washing, bathing, brushing teeth) how to do chores how to handle transitions between different situations Video modelling is a proven method to help children with autism gain the skills they need. The techniques...

Hearing loss is the 4th cause of global disability. Over 466 million adults and 14 million children suffer from hearing loss according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). It is assumed that half the cases in children could be prevented through early detection like hearing screening programmes in school and therapeutic management. These can help...

According to recent surveys, 1 in 3 Malaysians say they have low financial knowledge 1 in 10 Malaysians believe they are not disciplined in managing their finances 2 in 5 Malaysians find it difficult to keep to a budget 1 in 5 Malaysian working adults did not save any money in the previous 6 months...

As we grow older and our mind and body start to slow down, technology can be useful in helping to preserve memory and slow the decline of mental and physical skills. At the same time, caregivers can use the extra help in ensuring the people they look after are healthy and happy in their golden...

Some autistic children deal with traditional education well. Some may need specific interventions. Your child may require extra time, support and patience as they begin to learn how to read, write and socialise. Here are a list of apps that may help: Endless Reader (iOS, Android)  Endless Reader helps children learn to recognize sight words....