MBBS, FCFP, DCH, DMH
Dr. EV Rapiti did his MBBS in 1977, and later acquired his masters in family medicine, and diplomas in Child Health, Mental Health and Asthma.Initially, Dr Rapiti worked as a medical officer at a secondary hospital in Livingstone Hospital, Port Elizabeth. Then he decided to take up general practice and eventually opened his own medical practice in 1983.Dr. Rapiti has 40 years of experience and has acquired a number of postgraduate qualifications and done courses on diabetes, HIV and the management of opiod addiction. He regularly attends continuing medical meetings (CME) and reads widely to keep himself abreast of the latest treatments in medicine.
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The majority of people believe that "cognitive development" refers to one's potential to learn and obtain an education. However, cognitive development in children is not restricted to a child's academic qualifications and intellectual achievements. The brain of a child develops gradually, allowing them to reason and learn, in addition to remembering and memorizing. Children go through several phases of cognitive development from infancy to puberty, with each stage laying a firm foundation for the next. This post explains cognitive development and functioning in children, its stages, and how parents may contribute to their children's intellectual growth. [mj-toc] What Is Cognitive Development In Children? Cognitive development in children refers to the development of their thinking process that involves the processing of information, reasoning, language development, intellectual development, and memory. A child’s cognition also helps them to explore and resolve things (1). Cognitive development is important in early childhood through adolescence as it is associated with brain development. The development of the...
“Sometimes, when I am angry, I have the right to be angry. But that does not give me the right to be cruel.” – Anonymous Anger is a normal and healthy emotion in children and adults. However, teaching some tips on anger management for children will help them control and express their anger in a more healthy manner. It is not unusual for children to experience occasional bouts of anger just as adults do. However, parents and children need to understand the difference between angry feelings and violent behavior. Read this post to learn about some effective tips to help children manage anger with the help of games and worksheets. [mj-toc] Does Your Child Have Anger Issues? Everyone gets angry. Even children do too, and that is normal. But some people cannot deal with their anger. Here are a few signs indicating that your child has anger issues (1). Getting angry often, even for the smallest of things Losing control...
How Many Drinks Is Binge Drinking Teenage Binge Drinking Statistics And Facts Why Do Teens Binge Drink? Risks Of Binge Drinking Habits In Teens How To Stop Teenage Bing Drinking? Children aged between 12 and 20 consume 11% of the total alcohol in the US (1).Underage drinking is illegal, but it is one of the biggest problems plaguing parents and authorities around the world. One weekend of fun to try and experiment with alcohol becomes a habit, and before you know, the teenager ends up drinking more than he or she can handle. MomJunction discusses the evils of teenage binge drinking and how you can groom your children to prevent underage drinking. When Is It ‘Binge’ Drinking? Binge drinking is drinking more than the ideal amount of alcohol on a given occasion. For men, it is more than five drinks, and for women, it is more than four drinks on any one occasion, during two preceding weeks. Such a pattern...
How common is smoking in teens? Why do teens smoke? What are the health risks of smoking? Tobacco products and health problems How to prevent your teen from smoking? How to know if a teen is smoking? How to stop teenage smoking? These figures will shock you. 9 out of 10 cigarette smokers had smoked their first cigarette by the time they were 18 years; each day, over 3,200 youth aged 18 years or younger smoke their first cigarette (1). These figures are for the US alone, and only for the cigarette. Imagine putting together such stats for the entire world and all forms of smoking. The problem of smoking in teens is extremely alarming and no parent wants their child to be a part of these statistics. But is it in our hands? Can we understand why a teen smokes, know if our child is smoking, and take measures to keep them away from smoking? MomJunction tells you how...