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Articles related to "Neurological Disorders"
Apraxia can be very frustrating for everyone! Apraxia is a neurological disorder that affects many people's speech. They are unable to physically get their mouths to make the sounds or words they are thinking. They know others are not understanding them and everyone gets frustrated! apraxia • oral apraxia • motor planning • intelligibility • mirror work
Baby Foods may not be all they are cracked up to be. Pesticides may be related to the rise of some childhood disorders. pesticides • neurological disorders • learning disabilities • childhood cancer
CMT An overview of the unknown, but most common, neurological disorder. disorders • cmt • charcot-marie tooth • peroneal muscular atrophy • pma
Multiple Sclerosis Overview MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that attacks the central nervous system. It also tends to strike women more than men. Learn more.... ms • multiple sclerosis • symptoms • diagnosis • neurological disorder
Trigeminal Neuritis in the Dog 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. trigeminal neuritis in dog • canine neurological disorders • dog with dropped jaw • neurological disorders in dog • trigeminal neuralgia
Bell's Palsy Lookalike? Ramsay Hunt syndrome can cause Bell's palsy, but this neurological disorder is a disease unto itself. It has one single cause..... ramsay hunt syndrome • bell's palsy • rh syndrome • bells palsy • bell's palsey
Bell's Palsy Symptoms 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.... bell's palsy • bell's palsey • bells palsy • neurological illness • neurological disorder
Helpful Humor for Illness 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...... humor • neurological illness • neurological disorders • laughter • stress
Jobs for People with Disabilities National Telecommuting Institute, located in Boston, Massachusetts, exclusively hires people with disabilities, including those with neurological disorders. jobs for disabled • disabilities • neurological illnesses • neurological disorders • work from home
Neurological Illness Part 1 Learn more about neurological illness and its ramifications on the body. Four well-known disorders represent the larger sea of neurological problems and cures. neurological disorders • neurological illness • cerebral palsy • lou gehrig's disease • stroke
Neurological Illness Part 2 Learn more about neurological disorders that affect one area of the body. neurological disorders • neurological illness • meniere's disease • dysphagia • carpal tunnel syndrome
Some disabilities and diseases may be linked to the food which you feed your child in infancy. Parents and Grand-parents to be should demand the same type of labeling on baby foods which we expect on the foods which we consume. pesticides • childhood learning disorders • childhood cancer • infant neurological disorders • bipolarism.
ALS:Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis 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. als • louo gehrig • lou gehrig's disease • amyotrophic lateral sclerosis • lateral
Canine Degenerative Myelopathy A chronic, degenerative disease that affects dogs is very similar to human multiple sclerosis. Both conditions destroy the myelin that covers nerves. canine degenerative myelopathy • myelin • dogs • nerve damage • german shepherds
Autism and Medicare Autism treatment is available and yields results, but is not covered under Canadian national health care plan. autism • autism sprectrum disorder • canadians • autism canadians • autism canada
Autism Defined A brief explanation on what Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders are and their prevalence in our society. what is autism • autism • austim spectrum disorder • asd • pervasive developmental disorder
Can ADD, or ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome Occur Together? This article is about the fact that ADD and ADHD can occur along with Asperger Syndrome. asperger syndrome • add • adhd
Cause of Mad Cow Disease What causes transmissible SEs? Is the pathogen prion, virus, or something altogether different? See what the experts think about this rare, deadly neurological disease. cause of mad cow disease • what is mad cow disease • transmissible bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse • creutzfeldt-jakob disease cjd • mad cow disease beef
Hypothermia: What you need to know As the cold weather approaches, it is important to know the warning signs of hypothermia and precautions to take to prevent it. warning signs of hypothermia • hypothermia • mary m alward • mary alward • cold
Living with Restless Leg Syndrome I was diagnosed with Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) in the winter of 1970. Even with my fibro-fogged memory this is a time that I will never forget. restless leg syndrome • rls • fibromyalgia • fibro • fm
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Part One Restless Legs Syndrome RLS is a neurological disorder that close to fifteen percent of the people living in the United States suffer from. If you experience weird sensations in your legs then you may have RLS. restless legs syndrome • rls • neurological disorder • ekbom's syndrome • karl ekbo
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Part Two In Part Two of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) we look at what treatments are available for RLS, what to avoid if you have RLS and some tips on how to live with Restless Legs Syndrome. restless legs syndrome • rls • neurological disorder • ekbom's syndrome • karl ekbo
What Exactly Is Sensory Integration Dysfunction? The theory of sensory integration dysfunction was formulated by A. J. Ayres to describe a variety of neurological disorders. At present it still remains a theory and has no much recognition from the fields outside occupational therapy. There is still much scepticism and criticism of SID. The article tries to answer the 'why is it so' question. sensory integration • sensory integration dysfunction/disorder • sensory nodulation • sensory processing • sensory problems
Causes and Treatments of PD Find out why dopamine-producing cells die in patients with PD, and how preventing this from happening is the current focus of therapy targets causes of parkinson’s • treating parkinson’s • preventing parkinson’s • genetic factors in parkinson's • oxidative stress and parkinson's
Alcohol and Health 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. alcohol health problems • alcohol health risks • drinking health problems • drinking health risks • alcohol health
Asperger's Syndrome (AS) Asperger's syndrome (AS) is a pervasive developmental disorder on the autism spectrum. Asperger's symptoms can include sensory integration problems and limited interests. aspergers syndrome • aspergers symptoms • pervasive developmental disorder • high functioning autism • pdd
Myasthenia Gravis Treatment 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. eculizumab • soliris • myasthenia gravis • mg • paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria
Funding Research to Treat MS The process for funding multiple sclerosis research directly impacts the discovery of treatments available for all forms of the disease. multiple sclerosis • ms • m.s. • funding • funds
Autism Autism Community Home Page http://www.geocities.com/-raynmom/index.html This is an excellent site to find ideas on alternative living arrangements for autistic people. There are articles, chat rooms, message boards, web pages, directory exchange, resources and ideas related to setting goals and planning the future of people with autism who are in need of assisted living or who are unable to live independently. This site does not contain general information. Check other websites for that. ---------------------------------------------------- What is Autism? http://uxl.cso.uiuc.edu/-bordner/uni/joan_rich.html An in-depth discussion of autism with medical information regarding the nature of the brain in children with autism. Lists and discusses 15 characteristics associated with autism. ------------------------------------------------------ Information for law enforcement officers about dealing with people with autism http://www.flash.net./-emc2/police.htm This source contains an excellent list of characteristics that typify autistic individuals. Valuable for anyone looking for an autism checklist. ------------------------------------------------------- History of Autism/definition/symptoms http://autism.spedia.net How to know if a child is autistic. This site gives an overview of autism with an emphasis on what parents can do. There are message boards and forums that provide online support for parents of autistic children. This site also provides an excellent book list on the subject of autism with information of interest to teachers and parents. ====================================================== Questions about auditory integration training http://www.teleport.com/-sait/faq.html This site reviews Annabel Stehli's book, THE SOUND OF A MIRACLE, detailing how her son benefited from receiving auditory integration training. It explains how children can be tested and explains the AIT devices and procedures in non-medical terminology. ------------------------------------------------------- History of the Society for Auditory Intervention Techniques http://www.teleport.com/-sait/history.html A brief discussion of the most up-to-date advances in auditory integration training. Membership in SAIT is open to professionals, parents and relatives of individuals with special needs as well as interested others. THE SOUND CONNECTION is the newsletter available through the organization. ---------------------------------------------------- History of Autism http://wch.syr.edu/-jmwobus/autism/autismfaq-hist.html A brief history of autism beginning with Leo Kanner's first published paper identifying autistic children in 1945. Defines the word "autism" as meaning "escape from reality."Also discusses Asperger's discovery with brief discussion of treatments and how the meaning of the word "autism" has changed after Kanner. autism • communication disorders • society for auditory intervention techniques • annabel stehli • the sound of a miracle
Restless Leg Syndrome: Definition 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. restless leg syndrome • neurological illness • unpleasant sensations • pain • restless sleep
ALTERNATIVE TREATMENTS FOR AUTISM Alternative treatments, Autism, Children's Disabilities autism • children's disabilities • alternative treatments
Birth Balls: Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum The birth ball is a physical therapy ball that helps women get into positive positions for labor and birth. This article describes why and how a birth ball can help mothers have a more comfortable pregnancy and positive birth experience. birth ball • pregnancy • postpartum
Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy is characterized by an inability to fully control motor function, particularly muscle control and coordination. cerebral palsy • cp • athetoid • spastic • ataxic
Krabbe Disease Affecting 1 in 100,000 people born in both the United States and in Europe, Krabbe Disease can lead to death before the age of 2. krabbe • krabbe disease • krabbe disease symptoms • krabbe disease treatment • krabbe disease screening
Patron Saint of Mental Health The tragic life of Saint Dympna and her deep faith in Christianity led to her eventual death at the hands of her father. Why then is Dympna the Patron Saint of insanity? saint dympna • patron saint of mental health problems • patron saint of depression and alcoholism • patron saint of epilepsy • saint gerebernus patron saint of gout
PML and MS Therapy Recent reports have linked the occurrence of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy with specific treatments for Multiple Sclerosis but this is not the only link. progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy • pml and tysabri • what is pml • how do you get pml • can pml be treated
The Brain That Changes Itself A review of Norman Doidge's collection of observations about neuroplasticity. neuroplasticity • neuroplasticity learning • what is neuroplasticity • train your mind change your brain • the brain that changes itself
A Question and Answer On Taking SAMe This is an answer to a reader who was concerned about taking certain food supplements with medications. The answer takes the complexity out of the question and presents a simple statement of fact. same • methionine • choline • inositol • side effects
ADHD & Related Conditions Conditions that often occur with ADHD include obsessive-compulsive and antisocial behaviour disorders, depression, anxiety, learning disabilities and Tourette's Syndrome. adhd • adhd related conditions • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • adhd anxiety • adhd depression
ALS Facts Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, or ALS, is a devastating neurodegenerative disease. Bringing it to the world's attention can get it deserved recognition and support. als • amyotrophic lateral sclerosis • lou gehrig's disease • paralysis • neurodegenerative
American Pianist Leon Fleisher Leon Fleisher is a top pianist, and many of the next generation of classical pianists have studied with him. But he wasn't always able to play with 2 hands. leon fleisher • concerto for left hand • classical pianist • american pianist • two hands
Ataxia in the Cajun Gene Pool Ataxia is a hereditary "shark" in the gene pool of the Cajun population. cajun • acadiana • ataxia • hereditary • disease
Autism Myths There are several myths about what autism is and isn’t. I will present these myths, and give you the realities. myths • realities • children with autism
Back Pain Much of the population suffers from back problems eventually. Doesn't it makes sense to put yourself into the 20 percent who don't experience these problems? back pain • core conditioning • spine • posture • lower back
Back Pain is No Picnic Once you've sustained an injury to your back do you know what to do to relieve the pain and promote the healing process? back injuries • spinal manipulation • inflammation • depression • medication
Causes and Diagnosing Back Pain Back pain, which is the leading cause for missed time at work in this country, can result from many conditions. Finding out why you hurt may take some probing. back pain • bulging disk • spine • osteoporosis • fibromyalgia
Disseminated Encephalomyelitis Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), which primarily affects children, is an inflammatory demyelinating condition with symptoms similar to those seen in MS. acute disseminated encephalomyelitis • adem • multiple sclerosis • ms • inflammation
Dr. Stephen Hawking and ALS Dr. Stephen Hawking has been teaching and lecturing in England for decades. He is a world-renowned scientist and author. He also battles amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. als • amyotrophic lateral sclerosis • stephen hawking • dr. hawking • voice synthesis
Dysautonomia Disorders of dysautonomia include familial and autoimmune disorders that interfere with the normal function of the autonomic nervous system. dysautonomia • autonomic nervous system • panic • anxiety attack • guillain-barre |
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