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Articles related to "Developmental Problems"
Hypothyroidism during Pregnancy effects IQ Scores A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine indicates that undiagnosed hypothyroidism during pregnancy impacts the child's intellectual performance in school. These provocative findings prompted comment from The American Thyroid Association and The Thyroid Society. What do you think? iq scores • thyroid defiency • thyroid • neuropsychological development • developmental problems
Lead Poisoning in Children The effects of lead poisoning can be detrimental. Learn how to keep this environmental hazard from harming your kids' development. lead poisoning in children • developmental problems in kids • developmental problems • environmental hazard • common sources of lead
Teens Walk for Premature Babies The March of Dimes Walkamerica to fight prematurity is a great way to get kids involved in helping others. march of dimes • service learning • premature birth • education • medical treatment
Traditional Chinese Medicine and ADHD As concerns grow regarding side effects of medication, especially in children with ADHD, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine offers alternatives in managing the disorder attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder • traditional chinese medicine and ad/hd • developmental problems • diet and lifestyle changes • chinese herbs
Alcohol and Pregnancy 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. alcohol and pregnancy • drinking while pregnant • drinking and pregnancy • risk of drinking during pregnancy • dangers of drinking during pregnancy
Massage Therapy - Healing Touch Much research has been conducted on the necessity of human touch for healthy development. Touch therapy has helped pre-term infants gain weight. massage therapy research • touch therapy • pre-term infants • renee spitz • orphanages
Vision Problems in the Classroom The Vision Council shows 1 in 4 children have undetected vision problems. Teacher awareness and simple classroom observation can help identify these children. vision information for teachers • identify vision problems • diagnosing vision problems • teachers detecting vision problems • eye examinations in schools
The Health Benefits of Organic Foods There is a widespread belief that organic foods are healthier than conventionally grown foods. This article explores which type of food is safer. the health benefits of organic foods • are organically grown foods better for you • there's a widespread belief that organic foods are • define organic • organic food is grown with no chemical pesticides
Keep kids Away from Secondhand Smoke, EPA warns Secondhand smoke is the leading cause of lung cancer in people, says the EPA. smoking • secondhand smoke • smoking • secondhand smoke and children • illness respiratory
Information on Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a prenatal diagnostic test performed to determine if a developing baby has potentially inherited genetic diseases from the parents. chorionic villus sampling • chorionic villi sampling • cvs • prenatal diagnosis • prenatal diagnostic
Toxic Aromatherapy Candles Revisited II More on candles that may pose you and your loved ones danger. lead • candles • aromatherapy • fragrance • danger
Adopting a Special Needs Child There are thousands of "special needs" children who are in need of loving, permanent homes. They may have physical challenges or long-term disabilities. adopting a child with special needs • adoptive parents • adoption • older child adoption • parenting
Antenatal Tests Ultrasound scans, blood samples, amniocentesis, Doppler tests are essential to track fetal development and optimise the health of mother and baby during pregnancy pregnancy tests • antenatal tests • fetal health • healthy pregnancy • preeclampsia
Caffeine, Neurotransmitters, and Your Health 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. caffeine • safety • adenosine • pregnancy • infancy
Cell Differentiation and Proliferation Biology Cells switch from proliferation, a growth phase, to specialization, the active production of proteins, through the process of differentiation. cell differentiation • cell proliferation • pluripotent cells • transcription factors • cancer cell proliferation
Early Diagnosis of Autism The earlier the diagnosis of autism, the better the prognosis. Awareness to early warning signs increases the chances that children can develop normally. autism • autistic • developmental disorders • diagnosis • prognosis
FAS : Fetal Alcohol Syndrome 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. fas • fetal alcohol syndrome • abuse of alcohol • alcohol during pregnancy • birth defects
Food Additives and Hyperactivity 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. food additives hyperactivity • food additives adhd • food additives add • food additives attention deficit disorder • preservatives add
Lead, Asbestos, and Mold An overview of three dangerous, potentially even lethal, materials - lead, asbestos, and mold - found in many homes, and what to do about them household toxins • lead • asbestos • asbestos insulation • mold
Pregnancy, Birth and Eating Disorders Body image/weight issues and eating disorders can wreak havoc - cause serious health concerns before becoming pregnant, or, if pregnant, and postpartum. pregnancy birth and eating disorders • procreation and eating disorders • risks of eating disorders before pregnancy • risks of eating disorders during pregnancy • eating during pregnancy
Repairing Insecure Attachments in Abused Kids The key to strengthening the attachment bond of trust is to be consistently available when the child is ready to reconnect. repairing insecure attachment • bonding and attachment disorders in children • insecure attachment in abused children • maltreated children • child abuse
What Influences the Age of Menopause? The onset of menopause is associated with various health risks. Scientists are now beginning to reveal the genes that determine when menopause might occur. age of menopause • timing of menopause • range in natural age of menopause • fertility and menopause • premature menopause before age 40
Working Moms Need Not Feel Guilty Several studies have shown that children are not delayed and do not suffer when their mother goes to work each morning. feeling guilty about working • does moms working have negative effect on children • impact of mom working on children • should mothers work outside the home • moms feeling guilty about working
Your Child's Imaginary Friends 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. imaginary friends • made up play buddies • alternate identities • invisible playmates • imaginary identities
Autism Speaks Boston 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. terri farrell • conor farrell • autism speaks boston • autism and music • autism and soccer
Epilepsy: Myths & Truths Despite 1-2 percent of the population having epilepsy, it remains a mysterious disorder shrouded in myths and misunderstandings for most people. epilepsy • epileptic seizures • epilepsy myths • uncontrolled seizures • neurological disease
Swine Flu Vaccine 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. swine flu • influenza • h1n1 • swine flu vaccine • flu vaccine
Organic Foods and Pregnancy 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? organic foods • organically-grown • pesticides • herbicides • conventional
Parallel Worlds - Created by Differences in Sensory Perception Though autistic people live in the same physical world and deal with the same 'raw material', their perceptual world turns out to be strikingly different from that of non-autistic people. The article highlights the idea that often it is not the traetment and the number of hours you work with your child, but in 'what perceptual world' you both are, i.e. whether you are in one and the same 'perceptual environment' or in two parallel ones, autism • sensory-perceptual abnormalities • sensory processing • perceptual world • blindness
Toxic Nail Polish The cosmetics industry has long been criticized for the toxic content in it products, and nail polish is among the worst offenders. toxic nail polish • toulene • formeldehyde • acetate • dibutyl phthalate
MindFul-Things Weekly May 10, 2002 Another edition of the Mindful-Things Weekly Newsletter. This one is a back issue... enjoy!! mindful things • newsletter • psychology • mental health
The Family Bed: A Hot Bed for Debate Our family's decision to bring our daughter into our bed. Co-sleeping is safe and beneficial for both baby and parents. How to Parent by instinct in a culture that wants to scare us into acting like "normal" families. co-sleeping • family bed • natural parenting • attachment parenting • the family bed
Cross-Cultural Ministry in Kenya, Part One Jim McCoy, who went to Kenya as a missionary observer, shares thoughts on Lutheran cross-cultural ministry in this African nation. This is the first of a special multi-part series from Mr. McCoy himself. This special series will appear on Wednesdays. lutheran • missions • ministry • kenya • africa
The Insanity of the Defense A person is held not responsible for his criminal actions if s/he cannot tell right from wrong ("lacks substantial capacity either to appreciate the criminality (wrongfulness) of his conduct" - diminished capacity), did not intend to act the way he did (absent "mens rea") and/or could not control his behavior ("irresistible impulse"). These handicaps are often associated with "mental disease or defect" or "mental retardation". narcissism • narcissistic personality disorder • psychopathology • therapy • relationships
Amenorrhea Diagnosis and Treatment Diagnosing amenorrhea can be a process involving many blood and imaging tests. Once the cause is determined, it is a treatable condition. blood testing • amenorrhea causes • why periods are late • amenorrhea treatment • pelvic ultrasound |
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