Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDD)

Neurodevelopmental disabilities are a group of health conditions (attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, autism, and developmental coordination disorder) characterized by conditions in daily functioning, personal relationships, and social functioning. The nervous system involves the brain, spinal cord, and nerves that control the human body in a variety of ways, and this brain structure can manifest differently depending on the cause, location, and severity of the injury. Some symptoms include pain, paralysis, difficulty in coordination, confusion, restlessness, and decreased attention. Neurological conditions are often chronic. The course of the disease is determined by the type of disease and the individual’s lifestyle.

Chronic diseases are characterized by a long-term effect on the patient. While some diseases are stable and do not change over time (e.g., celiac disease), others may worsen over time (e.g., Parkinson’s). Also, there are states of temporary exacerbation which is manifested in exacerbation of symptoms which in time there is a return to the ongoing state known to the person.

It is common for neurological and chronic diseases to affect the way a person performs daily activities. Their performance may differ from how they would have performed it without the disease. In particular,  changes occur in the person’s occupations and daily activities.  As an example, a girl with celiac disease who must eat special foods might not otherwise participate in social activities the same way her friends do.

Every disease or condition is distinctive for each individual. It’s important for us to know what symptoms you have and how they affect your daily life. 

We will ask questions like:

Do you find it difficult to think?

Do you have difficulty managing the various activities?

Are you experiencing recurring pains?

Have you stopped doing any activities?

Are there any activities you avoided because you thought they were impossible given your situation?