Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability. According to the Centers for Disease and Prevention, autism affects 1 in 68 children. It is a lifelong disability and although it has no known cure, there are plenty of treatments that help reduce symptoms, such as auditory training, discrete trial training, vitamin therapy, anti-yeast therapy, facilitated communication,…
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Arthritis is caused by inflammation, therefore an anti-inflammatory diet can help reduce the inflammation and the pain associated with arthritis. Any time you see the suffix “itis” you can associate it with inflammation since “itis” means inflammation. The parts of the body that are affected by arthritis are the places where bones join, such as…
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Poor nutrition has been proven to increase the symptoms of dementia as well as the need for hospitalization or institutionalization. On the other hand, with proper nutrition, it is possible to ease the symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease (plus it’s a good way to prevent getting dementia altogether). The Most Important Nutrients for Dementia:…
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The issue of poor nutrition often becomes worse when someone has developed dementia and knowing how to ensure people with dementia eat enough can prove difficult. This is because normal tasks like eating can become overwhelming, and they may experience a loss of appetite, forget to eat, have difficulty using utensils, or have difficulty chewing…
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As we age, we are more at risk of nutrient deficiencies. Supplements can be an effective way to ensure seniors get the nutrients they need. There are so many choices available and it can be easy to wonder, “What supplements should seniors take?” In our senior years, our organs begin to slow down, making it…
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Respite care is a term that is often misunderstood. Many people associate it with being selfish, frivolous or unnecessary. It is extremely undervalued by those who don’t really understand it, and for those who do understand and use it, it is something they can’t live without. In order to answer the question, Why is respite…
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What is Pediatric Home Care? Pediatric home care provides families who are in need of care for a child with an alternative to extended hospitalization in a health care facility. With pediatric home care, children of all ages can be cared for in the comfort of their own home, allowing them to enjoy a family…
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Arthritis is a painful disease that ails about 30 million Americans every year, and while it can certainly detract from your quality of life, there are ways to manage arthritis to reduce its painful effects. Too many people rely on pain killers to manage their arthritis, but taking too much medication can lead to other…
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Healthy snacking is important for seniors to help address aging health issues. The wrong snacks can worsen conditions like diabetes and arthritis, while the right snacks can improve them. It can be difficult to know how to provide healthy snacks for seniors because they face unique diet challenges that can result in malnutrition. They may…
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Knowing how to cope with a disability can be an incredible challenge. Typically having a disability means it will be harder and take longer to perform certain activities, and it might make doing certain things impossible. Nobody wants to live that way, but there are ways to reduce the frustration and difficulty of dealing with…
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