Articles related to "Developmental Problems"

The effects of lead poisoning can be detrimental. Learn how to keep this environmental hazard from harming your kids' development.

The March of Dimes Walkamerica to fight prematurity is a great way to get kids involved in helping others.

As concerns grow regarding side effects of medication, especially in children with ADHD, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine offers alternatives in managing the disorder

Women should abstain from drinking at all during pregnancy due to the high risk of severe alcohol related health problems and birth defects in their unborn children.

Lead poisoning is a major health problem in the United States. The symptoms are hard to detect, and exposure to lead causes developmental issues in children.

Much research has been conducted on the necessity of human touch for healthy development. Touch therapy has helped pre-term infants gain weight.

The Vision Council shows 1 in 4 children have undetected vision problems. Teacher awareness and simple classroom observation can help identify these children.

There is a widespread belief that organic foods are healthier than conventionally grown foods. This article explores which type of food is safer.

Toddler language milestones are just a guide, and a speech delay in a two-year-old may be completely normal. Most late talkers catch up by the age of three.

Children are born with ADHD, it's not acquired. Most of the characteristics of ADHD are similar to many typical behaviors in preschool children, a challenge for diagnosis

Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a prenatal diagnostic test performed to determine if a developing baby has potentially inherited genetic diseases from the parents.

Diagnosing amenorrhea can be a process involving many blood and imaging tests. Once the cause is determined, it is a treatable condition.

Ultrasound scans, blood samples, amniocentesis, Doppler tests are essential to track fetal development and optimise the health of mother and baby during pregnancy

Caffeine works by interfering with adenosine: one of the brain's "brakes", making it effective at low doses, and safe for those who are not pregnant.

Cells switch from proliferation, a growth phase, to specialization, the active production of proteins, through the process of differentiation.

The earlier the diagnosis of autism, the better the prognosis. Awareness to early warning signs increases the chances that children can develop normally.

FASD (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder) is a blanket term that describes the range of effects that can occur in a child whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy.

Studies show what parents of children with ADHD already knew. Common food additives and preservatives have been proven to be tied to hyperactivity and focus problems.

An overview of three dangerous, potentially even lethal, materials - lead, asbestos, and mold - found in many homes, and what to do about them

Body image/weight issues and eating disorders can wreak havoc - cause serious health concerns before becoming pregnant, or, if pregnant, and postpartum.

The cosmetics industry has long been criticized for the toxic content in it products, and nail polish is among the worst offenders. Some manufacturers are changing this.

The onset of menopause is associated with various health risks. Scientists are now beginning to reveal the genes that determine when menopause might occur.

Several studies have shown that children are not delayed and do not suffer when their mother goes to work each morning.

Here's what you need to know about your kid's made up play buddies or imaginary friends. Bottom line - they're common, and they're fine.

Autism Speaks Boston serves thousands of families, including 10-year-old Conor Farrell. His mother believes that involvement in music and sports have helped Conor shine.

Despite 1-2 percent of the population having epilepsy, it remains a mysterious disorder shrouded in myths and misunderstandings for most people.

Recycling old computers is a vital habit for individuals and companies, in order to slow the build-up of dangerous ewaste.

September 2009 Consumer Reports surveys indicate that only 34% of U.S. adults planned to get the swine flu vaccine, indicating that some concerns still exist.

Grommets are an established surgical treatment for ear infection. What are the risks of having grommets and what are the consequences of not treating ear infection?

Organic foods are one of the hottest trends in nutrition these days. What are benefits of eating organic food during pregnancy and it is worth the extra money?