Mark your calendars. World Cerebral Palsy Day is upon us later this week…October 6, 2017. It is celebrated each year during the first week of October to raise awareness about the triumphs and trials of the worldwide CP (cerebral palsy) community. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), CP currently affects 1
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Spotlight on Dr. Jinfon Ong
For a man who started out studying biochemistry along with human computer interaction, it’s no wonder he settled on working with the brain for his ultimate career… Dr. Jinfon Ong earned a degree in biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis, followed by a master of science in human computer interaction from DePaul University in
Read MoreTeen Drivers and ADHD
For most parents, the idea of their teenager learning to drive is, well, scary. Add in the challenges associated with ADHD, a learning disorder, or autism, and anxiety can skyrocket. A recent study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics showed that teens with ADHD are about one-third more likely to be involved in a car
Read MoreSpotlight on Dr. Lindsay Elton
True or false: Dr. Lindsay Elton suffered painful migraines as a child, just like so many of her current patients? True. As one of Child Neurology Consultants of Austin’s specialists who treats migraines, Dr. Elton knows firsthand about what a debilitating experience they can be. Her personal knowledge of the condition provides her with a
Read MoreEasing Back-to-School Jitters: 5 Tips for Parents and Kids
The first day of school can bring about a whole spectrum of emotions for kiddos – from eager anticipation to massive anxiety. Add into the mix challenges associated with a learning and developmental disorder or ADHD, and there are bound to be jitters as they walk into a new classroom this year. Here are five
Read MoreTeam Brainiac Supports Epilepsy Foundation
Several of our Child Neurology staff members joined ‘Team Brainiac’ and took to the trails for the Epilepsy Foundation of Central & South Texas’ 5K fun run/walk in May. The annual event to raise funds for the organization, centered around a superheroes theme, was held on May 20 at Lake Pflugerville. The real superheroes though
Read MoreDr. Reardon on KXAN-TV: New Brain Injury Study and Concussion Health
Professional athletes who donated their brains to science suffered very high rates of a degenerative brain disorder called CTE, or chronic traumatic encephalopathy, which is typically caused by repeated blows to the head according to new research. KXAN-TV interviewed Child Neurology Consultants of Austin’s, Dr. Michael Reardon, a concussion expert, to offer insight about the
Read MoreWhat Triggers Summer Migraines?
Most kids are eager to enjoy a break from school. Yet, for kids who suffer from migraines, the activities celebrated during the summer can be a trigger for painful episodes. Common causes for migraines and headache include dehydration, too much sun and heat exposure, change in sleep habits (like staying up too late), overstimulation (so
Read More4 Tips to Avoid the ‘Summer Slide’
The “summer slide” isn’t activity at your local park. It refers to the loss of knowledge or skills when out of practice for a while, such as summer vacation away from school. While all kids are at risk for a summer slide if they don’t keep up with some sort of reading and math, kids
Read MoreFidget Spinners…Helpful or Distracting?
The fidget spinner craze has reached epic proportions. If you have a child in elementary or middle school, you’ve likely seen one…or about a hundred of them. The 3-sided toy is fashioned in a sort of fan-like or pinwheel shape and is designed to keep restless, or fidgety, hands occupied. Keeping one’s hands busy is
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