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      • Supportive Management in ADHD
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      • Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Author: Dr. Gopakumar Hariharan

Dr. Gopakumar Hariharan Welcome to my child health and Coaching blog site – Ripplesfrompebbles.org As an Australia-based child health specialist (paediatrician and Neonatologist), I’ve noticed a recurring challenge in clinical practice: finding practical, easily accessible information to support families and caregivers in managing child health. This blog is my response to that gap, aimed at providing parents and healthcare practitioners with actionable insights and resources. My areas of expertise are in general paediatric care and expertise in newborns and child development, and my passion for these fields has only grown over the years. I hope to share my knowledge and experiences through this platform, focusing on children’s well-being, neuro-behavioural conditions, and practical strategies for managing common paediatric challenges. Additionally, I’m expanding my practice into coaching, which can add significant value, particularly in supporting families dealing with neuro-behavioural conditions. As I continue to pursue training and development in this area, I’ll share relevant insights with you here on the blog. I will also post pertinent materials related to personal growth.
Child Development and Behaviour

Focusing on Values, Not Just Goals

Focusing on Values, Not Just Goals By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail- Benjamin Franklin While setting goals is vital for managing behavioural

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Screens

Digital Dangers – The adverse effects of screens on children

Digital dangers- the adverse effects of screens on children This article discusses the increasing challenges faced by children and adolescents who spend time on screens.

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Goal setting for children with behavioral problems

Goal Setting for Children with Behavioral Conditions

Addressing behavioural issues in children requires a thoughtful, long-term approach rather than quick-fix solutions. Much like using sandbags for flood control, short-term interventions may provide

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Cognitive Load Theory: Helping Children Learn More Effectively

Learning can be challenging for many children, especially those with conditions like learning difficulties, auditory processing disorder, autism, or ADHD. One way to support them

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Dr. Gopakumar Hariharan

Paediatrician & Neonatologist

  • Child Development and Behaviour
    • ADHD
      • Complexity of ADHD diagnosis
      • Long acting stimulants
      • Short acting stimulants
      • Non-stimulant use
    • Behavioral Problems
    • Mental Health Issues
    • Screens
    • Autism
  • Child Health
    • Preventative
    • Emergency child care
    • General topics
    • Long term conditions
  • Wellness
    • Mindfulness
    • Miscellaneous
  • Medical Education
    • Simulatiom
    • Miscellaneous

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