Articles related to "Neurological Disorders"

Mainstream science classifies ADHD as a neurological disorder that brings on coping mechanisms. But is it neurological, or simply learned responses to negative stress?

In-home care or hospitalization? Medication or supportive care? Dog owners facing canine neurological problems should address these issues in deciding how to proceed.

According to Epilepsy Canada, approximately 1 per cent of the population, about 300,000 Canadians have epilepsy.

MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that attacks the central nervous system. It also tends to strike women more than men. Learn more....

Symptoms of Trigeminal Neuritis or TN include a "dropped jaw" and other facial abnormalities and this rare neurological condition can change the life of dog and owner.

Ramsay Hunt syndrome can cause Bell's palsy, but this neurological disorder is a disease unto itself. It has one single cause.....

Bell's palsy has certain symptoms that are specific to this neurological illness. They can last for weeks to many months. Learn about Bell's palsy symptoms....

People who become seizure free while using antiepileptic drugs may no longer need anticonvulsants and most doctors will agree to discontinue the medication.

Guggulu (or Guggul) is one of the oldest known medicines in Ayurveda. It has many health benefits validated by modern science.

No matter what your medical condition, you need to use humor to get through the stressful times. Find ways to add a little laughter to lighten your load......

Teaching students with neurological disorders such as cerebral palsy will require a basic understanding of the disability and many classroom accommodations.

National Telecommuting Institute, located in Boston, Massachusetts, exclusively hires people with disabilities, including those with neurological disorders.

A gluten free diet could bring relief to a large number of the 30 million Americans who suffer from migraines. The diet is required for those who have celiac disease.

Learn more about neurological illness and its ramifications on the body. Four well-known disorders represent the larger sea of neurological problems and cures.

Learn more about neurological disorders that affect one area of the body.

New research has cast more doubt over pre-implantation genetic diagnosis after it was discovered that mice suffer neurological damage when born after the technique.

Batten Disease is a degenerative neurological disorder that largely afflicts young children, but gene replacement and stem cell therapies hold out hope for a cure.

Tranverse myelitis is an inflammatory neurological condition that can occur in multiple sclerosis, vasculitis and other autoimmune conditions.

When a dog develops neurological disease that is not easily diagnosed, a visit to a veterinary neurologist may be suggested. How to know when this is the right decision.

Little was known about ALS prior to Lou Gehrig's contraction of the disease. Even today, ALS still remains a mystery. This article updates what currently is known.

Accumulations of the amino acid neurotoxin glutamate, long suspected of causing neurological disease, have been implicated in neuromyelitis optica (NMO).

H1N1 vaccination has the same risk as the 1976 swine flu shot. Guillain-Barré Syndrome, or GBS, is a nerve disease causing nerve damage which can start with a flu shot.

A chronic, degenerative disease that affects dogs is very similar to human multiple sclerosis. Both conditions destroy the myelin that covers nerves.

Clients with restless legs and limb movement disorders may find relief from symptoms by incorporating Reflexology sessions into their wellness plans.

Scientists think they have discovered a connection between Vitamin D and Alzheimer's. People with low levels of the vitamin might be more likely to get the disease.

Autism treatment is available and yields results, but is not covered under Canadian national health care plan.

A brief explanation on what Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders are and their prevalence in our society.

Research suggests a daily dose of caffeine may reverse memory loss, and cut the risk of Alzheimer's disease as well as other forms of dementia.

In 2005, the World Health Organization found that 24.3 million people worldwide suffered from Dementia, with 4.6 million new cases a year.

To help protect against certain neurological and brain disorders, retirees should keep their minds sharp through various cognitive activities. Here's how.

What causes transmissible SEs? Is the pathogen prion, virus, or something altogether different? See what the experts think about this rare, deadly neurological disease.

Find out why dopamine-producing cells die in patients with PD, and how preventing this from happening is the current focus of therapy targets

If western veterinary care is not working for your dog consider Traditional Chinese Medicine. A combination of herbs, acupuncture and massage may be just what is needed.

Attention deficit disorder requires intensive testing in order to determine that it is present in children or adults. Often, many diseases can mimic the symptoms of ADD.

Sensitivity to gluten can be a hidden cause of seizures, one that is treated with a gluten free diet.

In 1976 the threat of a swine flu pandemic led to the vaccination of numerous Americans. Unfortunately, that version of the vaccine was linked to Guillain-Barré syndrome.

There is no cure for canine degenerative myelopathy and no proven treatment. But there are some things owners can try to reduce the disease's impact on their dogs.

Damage caused by sudden flexion or extension of the neck is responsible for a range of symptoms that can take years to develop.

Spinal instability results in lameness or lack of coordination. In severe cases paralysis may occur. Hypernutrition may play an important role in this syndrome.

Balance and movement problems may indicate a herniated disc in the spine. Diagnostic tests will separate intervertebral disc disease from other neurological problems.

Heavy drinking can cause a number of health problems, including cirrhosis and stroke, as well as heightened risk for sleep disturbances, accidents, violence and suicide.

Asperger's syndrome (AS) is a pervasive developmental disorder on the autism spectrum. Asperger's symptoms can include sensory integration problems and limited interests.

Many of those with autistic spectrum disorders have difficulty recognizing the faces of those they do not know well.

The drug eculizumab, an approved therapy for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, has been found to prevent muscle weakness and restore strength in animal models of MG.

Postherpetic neuralgia, nerve pain associated with a shingles infection, may cause severe and long-lasting pain. Learn about PHN, treatment options, and research studies.

It is estimated that more than 100 million Americans regularly fail to get a decent night's sleep. One common cause of sleepless nights is restless legs syndrome or RLS.

Many suffer from this neurological illness that affects the lower legs. Learn about the symptoms and causes, and what populations are affected by restless leg syndrome.

Cerebral palsy is characterized by an inability to fully control motor function, particularly muscle control and coordination.

Cerebral palsy refers to a collection of movement disorders and it is estimated that 764,000 children and adults live with the condition in the US alone.

Heightened global concern about ethical behavior leads new standards of social responsibility and a university response focused on ethics training, courses and education.