Why music,rhymes, youtube, recorded repititive videos, frequency head phones is not doing good for autism kids? Dr Kondekar states - actually screen is not the enemy of autism development, above content is.
Impact of Music, Rhymes, and Digital Sensory Content on Language Development in Autism: A Narrative Review Santosh Kondekar, Neurodevelopmental pediatrician, www.autismdoctor.in Mumbai, India Abstract The use of music, rhymes, and digital media is widespread in early autism intervention. While these tools are often engaging, their role in language development remains controversial. Emerging evidence suggests that passive, repetitive, and sensory-dominant content may not facilitate communication and may, in some cases, hinder language acquisition. This narrative review examines the impact of auditory and audio-visual content—including music, rhymes, frequency-based auditory stimulation, and algorithm-driven digital media—on language development in children with autism. Emphasis is placed on the distinction between passive sensory exposure and active, interactive communication. The review integrates clinical observations with existing literature and highlights the importa...