May 21, 2012
Stuttering, scientifically known as stammering is a speech
disorder in which the normal flow of speech is frequently
disrupted by repetitions of sounds, syllables, words or phrases,
pauses and prolongations that differ both in frequency and
severity from those of a normally fluent speaker.
The term stuttering is most often associated with involuntary
sound repetition. An example of involuntary sound repetition,
would be: - Trying to say the word "ken", but instead saying
"k-k-ken" Often times ...
May 18, 2012
Usher syndrome - "a genetic disease causing deaf and blindness."
A simple definition. In essence, this disease slowly blinds you
by progressive retinis pigmentosa, as well as ruin your hearing
through congenital hearing loss. This particular disease can
only be inherited, and is uncommon becuase it is a recessive
trait. It can occur in an estimated 1 in 11,000 people.
"
Usher
Syndrome" is not a name which best describes or reflects its
signs and symptoms. It was named this becuase of C.H. Usher, ...
May 17, 2012
Autism is a term that refers to a collection of neurologically
based developmental disorders in which individuals have
impairments in social interaction and communication skills,
along with a tendency to have repetitive behaviors or interests.
The severity of autism varies greatly, from individuals with
little speech and poor daily living skills, to others who
function well in most settings. Approximately 70 to 75 percent
of individuals with autism are believed to have mental
retardation. Some ...
May 16, 2012
Remember the good old days when a cold consisted of a runny
nose, stuffed up sinuses, and a few aches & pains?
Or how about the flu? I remember as a kid, the worst horror
story I ever heard of was someone having a week of diarrhea &
vomiting. That was scary stuff, and not even so much in the fact
that you would feel downright rotten, but the embarassment of it
all.
Times have changed....
It seems every year you hear about some crazy new viral mutation
or "superbug" sweeping into the ...
May 15, 2012
All parents want their children to have beautiful smiles...
showing off healthy teeth. It's a sense of achievement to know
they have raised healthy and happy children. And good dental
health means looking after your teeth to prevent tooth decay and
gum disease.
MOST parents are aware that one of the ways to keep teeth
healthy is by brushing regularly but what many are not aware of
is the important role diet can play in good dental health. As
the saying goes "we are what we eat".
Adequate ...
May 13, 2012
Bird flu is an infection caused by avian (bird) influenza (flu)
viruses. These flu viruses occur among birds naturally. Wild
birds all over the world carry the viruses in their intestines,
but usually do not get sick from them. However, bird flu is
extremely contagious among birds and can make some domesticated
birds, including ducks, turkeys, and chickens, very sick and
kill them.
Bird flu viruses do not usually infect humans, but several cases
of human infection with bird flu viruses have ...
May 11, 2012
If you suffer from arthritis pain, chances are you've heard of a
relatively new over-the-counter remedy called Glucosamine. But
what is Glucosamine, and how does it work to relieve arthritis?
In this article, I'll introduce you to this new treatment and
provide you with the pros and cons of its use. By the time
you've finished reading this article, you'll be able to make an
informed decision on whether or not Glucosamine is right for you.
What is Glucosamine? Glucosamine, together with a ...
May 6, 2012
The World Lung Foundation (Foundation) works in partnership with
organizations throughout the world that share our mission of
improving lung health.
The Foundation cooperates closely with agencies working in the
field of tuberculosis control, such as the STOP TB Partnership
and the World Health Organization (WHO). In particular, the
Foundation partners with the International Union Against
Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), a nonprofit
scientific organization that has played a leading ...
May 5, 2012
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder Treatment
by Anthony Kane, MD
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About a year ago I wrote an article on
Oppositional
Defiant Disorder, discussing the condition, symptoms and
treatment options. This article is an update describing what is
new.
Introduction
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a
...
May 3, 2012
When growing up, it's important to have healthy nutrition for
children. Since their bodies are in a state of constant growth,
a lack of vitamins and minerals can result in poor growth
processes and problems later in life. It is important for your
child to eat a variety of healthy foods, balance the food they
eat with regular physical activity, and choose a diet with the
right nutrients.
For instance, a child's growing body requires high levels of
calcium and iron, sometimes even more than ...