MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'children'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:47:22 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181781&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F09%2Finfant-rotavirus-vaccine-may-protect-all-of-us.html Rotavirus infections can be devastating for infants and young children, causing inflammation of the stomach and intestines leading to severe diarrhea, and often abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting. But a study published this week in the Journal of Infectious Diseases by researchers with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that rotavirus may infect many more older children and adults than previously thought—and that vaccinating infants may protect the older groups as well. Rotavirus vaccines were introduced and recommended for infants in 2006, and can prevent 85 percent or more of severe cases. Before the current vaccines, rotavirus was the leading cause of severe diarrhea in infants and small children in the U.S., causing up to 70,000 hospitalizations each... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181781 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:00:00 +0100 5181781 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181788&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2FvXkZJS33h-o%2F By Val Jones. In a recent interview with the president of the American Optometric Association (AOA), Dr. Dori Carlson, I learned the surprising statistic that about 1 in 4 school age children have an undetected or undiagnosed vision problem. School vision screenings, while helpful, still miss more than 75% of these problems. And for those kids who are discovered to have a vision problem during a school screening, upwards of 40% receive no follow up after the diagnosis. Clearly, we need to do better at diagnosing and treating childhood visual deficits. My full conversation with Dr. Carlson can be listened to here. Dr. Carlson told me that the solution involves comprehensive eye exams – a full medical eye exam performed by an eye doctor. During a comprehensive eye exam, the optometrist wil... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181788 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 13:02:04 +0100 5181788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5182331&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fwhat-does-letting-go-mean%2F Let go as they fall “To let go does not mean to stop caring, it means ’I can’t do it for someone else. To let go is not to cut myself off, its the realization I can’t control another human. To let go is not to enable, but to allow learning from natural consequences. To let go is to admit powerlessness, Which means the outcome is not in my hands. To let go is not to try to change or blame another, it’s to make the most of myself To let go is not to care for, but to care about. To let go is not to fix, but to be supportive. To let go is not to judge, but to allow another to be a human being. To let go is not to be in the middle arranging all the outcomes, but to allow others to affect their own destinies. To let go is not to be protective, it’s to permit another to face reali... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5182331 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:16:04 +0100 5182331 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181805&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fback-to-school-tip-your-child-may-need-a-comprehensive-eye-exam%2F2011.08.31 Dori Carlson, O.D. In a recent interview with the president of the American Optometric Association (AOA), Dr. Dori Carlson, I learned the surprising statistic that about 1 in 4 school age children have an undetected or undiagnosed vision problem. School vision screenings, while helpful, still miss more than 75% of these problems. And for those kids who are discovered to have a vision problem during a school screening, upwards of 40% receive no follow up after the diagnosis. Clearly, we need to do better at diagnosing and treating childhood visual deficits. My full conversation with Dr. Carlson can be listened to below: Dr. Carlson told me that the solution involves (more…) (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181805 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:00:24 +0100 5181805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181900&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F31%2Fif-i-could-go-back-to-college-id-be-a-little-more-practical%2F [If I Could Go Back is a series of articles that center around the college experience. Hindsight is 20/20, and sometimes the best advice we could ever give stems from experiences in our past that make us cringe just the tiniest bit.] “If I could do it all over again, I’d major in Education.” “Oh, me too. Either that or Business.” “I should have majored in Economics. At least then I’d have a real job.” These are not the words of slackers or lazy, “Generation Me” complainers. Nor is this a made up conversation invented by a conglomerate of strict parents hoping their children will study something safe in college. This dialogue was actually spoken, by real twenty-somethings, all of whom worked hard for good grades and big fellowships... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181900 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:25:14 +0100 5181900 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174666&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F28%2Ftending-the-family-heart-wins-a-gold-young-voices-award%2F Psych Central is pleased to congratulate Dr. Marie Hartwell-Walker, author of our first e-book, Tending the Family Heart on receiving a Gold “Young Voices Foundation Award” in the parenting category. This prestigious award is handed out only once a year, and Dr. Hartwell-Walker was the only winner this year in the parenting category. The Young Voices Foundation is the sponsor of the Young Voices Foundation Awards, which honors books and media that inspire, mentor and educate young people and their families. Judging is based on content (emphasis on strong family values and suitability for the specified age group), originality, design, and production quality. The judging panel for the award includes published authors, editors, publishers, educators, young readers, parents, and f... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174666 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 15:58:39 +0100 5174666 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169549&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fschool-nurse-gives-some-insight-into-her-job%2F2011.08.27 Well, what better time to post my interview with Erin at Tales of a School Zoned Nurse than now, when everyone’s headed back to the classroom? Erin is a school nurse in the “cash strapped state of California.”  Her position covers two elementary schools and a middle school – almost 2000 students!!  She has been blogging since last year and her blog has definitely become one of my favorites. She says she was never too set on working in a hospital.  After nursing school, she worked at a couple of summer camps, which gave her the idea to look into being a school nurse. She was hired right away and “leapt in without a second thought.”  She is starting her second year in this position. Erin’s daily schedule is quite varied: (more…) *This blog post was originall... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169549 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:00:17 +0100 5169549 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158966&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F08%2Fusda-unveils-improvements-to-school-lunch-program.html Your children will have healthier choices for lunch at school thanks to changes to the school lunch program. Starting this fall there will be more fruits and vegetables, less sodium, leaner meats, reduced fat dairy products and whole grains on the menu, according to a recent announcement from the United States Department of Agriculture. “These are the first changes in 15 years”, said USDA Under Secretary Kevin Concannon. “This is a rare opportunity to make changes in 101,000 American schools in all states and territories. This is the most significant change in the history of the school lunch program.” Children may be offered fresh fruit cups, for example, instead of sugary desserts, roasted or baked chicken rather than deep fried, and they’ll be offered whol... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158966 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0100 5158966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158995&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Freducing-the-use-of-ct-scans-in-children%2F2011.08.25 Well, this is satisfying. Over the years, in our ER we have mirrored the nationwide trend and have significantly increased the utilization of CT scans across the board. The reasons are manifold. Some cite malpractice risks, and indeed in our large group we have had one lawsuit for a pediatric head injury and another for a missed appendicitis which probably did contribute. But, in my opinion, there have been many other drivers of the increased use. For one, CTs have gotten way, way better over the last 15 years, which quite simply has made them a better diagnostic tool. They’ve also gotten way faster. As the facilities have invested in CT scanners, they have increased their capacity and increased their staffing, so the barriers to their use have rapidly diminished. I am so old that I ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158995 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5158995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158978&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2FozhAdUrT5V0%2F By Archelle Georgiou. A report of child abuse is made every ten seconds and three million cases involving almost 5.5 million children are reported each year.   This tragedy occurs at every socioeconomic level, across ethnic and cultural lines, within all religions and at all levels of education. This issue has never impacted me, my family or anyone close to me, but since childhood, I have been passionate about protecting children from abuse.  As early as age ten,  I was in Rock Creek Park (in Washington, DC) on a picnic with my family when I saw a mother whipping her young children with a tree branch.  I marched up to her and demanded that she stop.  As recently as a month ago, while patiently waiting for a table at IHOP,  I noticed a mom yanking so hard on her toddler’s arm t... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158978 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:30:27 +0100 5158978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158976&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F08%2Fnearly-1-in-10-children-diagnosed-with-adhd-says-cdc.html Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is on the rise, with nearly one in 10 American children ages 5 to 17 receiving an ADHD diagnosis, according to new data released this month by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to the CDC’s National Health Interview Survey data, from 1998 to 2009 the number of children ever diagnosed with ADHD increased from just under 7 percent to 9 percent. The report found a higher prevalence of ADHD among boys and children in the South and Midwest. And the number of cases increased by about 10 percent in children living in low-income households. ADHD is one of the most common problems involving behavior and brain function. Its symptoms—inattention, impulsive behavior, and hyperactivity—begin in childhood, creat... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158976 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:00:00 +0100 5158976 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159753&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fseroxat-sufferers-stand-up-and-be.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159753 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:47:00 +0100 5159753 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159754&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fquote-astrazeneca-made-patients-into.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159754 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:21:00 +0100 5159754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159755&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fdrug-trial-for-seroquel-on-kids-in.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159755 Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:45:00 +0100 5159755 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159207&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F20%2Fthree-is-a-crowd%2F “Three is a crowd,” my husband told me when I shyly brought up the question of whether we should have more children. Maybe it was the complicated nature of the question or just the wrong timing (dinner), but we managed to get into a long discussion that culminated in an argument. An hour overdue, banana bread in the oven interrupted us with its burnt smell. I don’t even know if I want to have more children, but I have been plagued by the question the last few months. We have two. They are at the age where I can forget about buying mountains of diapers, carrying ten pounds of baby paraphernalia anywhere I go and performing the never-ending gymnastics of helping my kids with every move they make. I am finally becoming just a tad more relaxed, relearning the joy of adult company, uninte... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159207 Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:51:49 +0100 5159207 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159208&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F19%2F11-tips-for-succeeding-in-college-when-you-have-adhd%2F College is a big transition for any student. But when you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), there are added challenges to consider. These obstacles concern everything from studying to managing your time to spending impulsively to planning your future post-college. But by being aware of these potential problems and being proactive, students with ADHD can accomplish great things in school. Here’s how, according to Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D, a national certified counselor and licensed mental health counselor and author of Making the Grade with ADD: A Student’s Guide to Succeeding in College with Attention Deficit Disorder. 1. Apply for accommodations. Accommodations are “specific adaptations, including extended time on tests and an assigned note taker, that give yo... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159208 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:45:13 +0100 5159208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159758&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fdiabetes-from-taking-antispsychotic.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159758 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:16:00 +0100 5159758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139647&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=34765&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhcrenewal.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fbest-and-brightest-behaving-badly.html To err is human, and any group of humans can be expected to include those who stray.  However, the constant spin that surrounds most top leaders of health care organizations seems to suggest that these people are different.  In particular, the lavish compensation given leaders of health care organizations is often justified by claims that those in leadership positions are the best and the brightest.  Catching up after a vacation afforded me the opportunity to go through a large volume of news stories, leading to a collection of those from the last year that showed the contrast between such compensation and behavior that was far from the "best and the brightest. "North Memorial Health Care CEO Pleads Guilty to Engaging in ProstitutionAs reported by the Minneapo... Health Care Renewal blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139647 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:02:00 +0100 5139647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139623&cid=t_91989_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F18%2Ftaking-stock-a-rapid-review-of-the-national-child-measurement-programme%2F Title: Taking Stock: A rapid review of the National Child Measurement Programme Scan or click to download ‘Taking Stock: A rapid review of the National Child Measurement Programme’ The Skinny: The National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) is a monitoring programme launched in 2005 which collects annual data on the height and weight of all children in English state primary and middle schools, in reception class and Year 6. This six week review was commissioned by the Department of Health to draw together existing and new data on the delivery of the programme, and to suggest any changes that would help the programme to make an effective transition into the new public health system proposed for England. Publisher: Institute of Education, University of London Published: August... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139623 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:46:40 +0100 5139623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139626&cid=t_91989_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F18%2Fsafe-and-sustainable-review-of-childrens-congenital-heart-services-in-england-interim-health-impact-assessment%2F Title: Safe and sustainable: Review of Children’s Congenital Heart Services in England Interim Health Impact Assessment Scan or click to download ‘Safe and sustainable: Safe and sustainable: Review of Children’s Congenital Heart Services in England Interim Health Impact Assessment’ The Skinny: Looks at the impact of moving to Congenital heart networks as the new model of care to ensure that in future care for children and young people with congenital heart disease are better coordinated. Within the new model of care, each network would include a Specialist Surgical Centre, a Children’s Cardiology Centre and District Children’s Cardiology Services. It states that concentrating surgical expertise onto fewer sites and bringing non-surgical care closer to home wi... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139626 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:38:06 +0100 5139626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139631&cid=t_91989_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F17%2Fnational-child-measurement-programme-operational-guidance-for-the-201112-school-year%2F Title: National Child Measurement Programme: Operational guidance for the 2011/12 school year Scan or click to download ‘National Child Measurement Programme: Operational guidance for the 2011/12 school year’ The Skinny: Guidance on delivery of the National Child Measurement Programme in the 2011/12 school year. Supersedes previous guidance. Publisher: DH Published: 03/08/11 Size: 72p Filed under: Ooops Missed Category! Tagged: Children, Diet planning, Eating disorders, Grey Literature, Nutrition and diet disorders, Nutrition planning, Obesity, Overeating, Planning, Slimming, Weight watching, Young People (Source: Fade Library) Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139631 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:43:46 +0100 5139631 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130652&cid=t_91989_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fstart-active-stay-active-a-report-on-physical-activity-from-the-four-home-countries%25e2%2580%2599-chief-medical-officers%2F Title:Start active, stay active: a report on physical activity from the four home countries’ Chief Medical Officers Click or Scan to download 'Start active, stay active: a report on physical activity from the four home countries' Chief Medical Officers' The Skinny: UK-wide document that presenting guidelines on the volume, duration, frequency and type of physical activity required across the lifecourse to achieve general health benefits. Aimed at the NHS, local authorities and a range of other organisations designing services to promote physical activity. Publisher: DH Published: 11/07/11 Size: 62p. Additional Documents   Fact sheet 1 Early years (under 5s) Fact sheet 2 Early years (under 5s capable of walking) Fact sheet 3 Children and young people (5-18 years) Fa... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130652 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:48:43 +0100 5130652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130666&cid=t_91989_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Ftransforming-community-services-transformational-guides%2F Scan or click to download 'Transforming Community Services: Ambition, Action, Achievement Transforming Rehabilitation Services' Title: Transforming Community Services: Ambition, Action, Achievement Transforming Rehabilitation Services The Skinny: Guide for use by frontline clinicians, commissioners and providers a based around a framework of ambition, action and achievement: Clearly setting out your ambition Taking action to deliver the ambition using the best available evidence (high impact changes) Demonstrating and measuring achievement (using quality indicators) The guidance also includes six transformational attributes which practitioners and teams need to demonstrate in order to meet the requirements of the high performing practitioner-partner-leader roles. Publisher: DH ... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130666 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:09:01 +0100 5130666 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130667&cid=t_91989_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Freaching-out-to-carers-innovation-fund%2F Scan or click to download 'Reaching Out to Carers Innovation Fund' The Title: Reaching Out to Carers Innovation Fund The Skinny: The Reaching Out to Carers Innovation Fund, is a scheme specifically targeted at voluntary sector organisations in England who, in addition to their primary work with individuals with particular conditions, illnesses or from particular age groups or communities, are also keen to support carers. [download id="17"] provides a list of dunded projects. 79 projects will be funded at a total value of £1.35m. These projects will: focus on early contact with those who are taking on a caring role for the first time, through different settings, e.g. hospitals, GP surgeries, the workplace, supermarkets, places of worship and other community settings, and help th... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130667 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 07:43:52 +0100 5130667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130668&cid=t_91989_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fdiversion-pathfinder-selection-for-children-and-young-people%2F Scan or click to download 'Diversion pathfinder selection for children and young people' Title: Diversion pathfinder selection for children and young people The Skinny: Invitation from DH Offender Health to submit expressions of interest to become a youth justice point of arrest diversion pathfinder. Funding is available to provide identification of health needs and other vulnerabilities and support under 18 year olds into interventions at the earliest stage possible. Publisher: DH Size: 16p. Published: 03/03/11 Supplementary Documents: Background Scope Document: Pathfinders for Children and Young People Point of Arrest Diversion Application guidance for Children and Young People Point of Arrest Diversion Pathfinders Application form Youth Justice Liaison and Diversion process ... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130668 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 07:27:47 +0100 5130668 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131058&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fchildren-of-dysfunctional-parents%2F Recently I published an article about Children of Hoarders an issue I was unaware of until I accidentaly stumbled upon their website. There was a large response to this article. It seems there are similarities between Children of Hoarders and Children of Alcoholism (ACOA). It highlighted my need to become aware of other groups of children with similar problems. Are there other similar ‘children of ……….’ conditions? Does the same pattern of psychological illness appear in these children of ……..? Do some of these children become codependent? Some that I can think of are children of …; Drug addicts Compulsive gamblers Mental health sufferers Sex addicts Workaholics Religious sects I’m particularly interested in self-help, mutual-help type groups or organisations as well as... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131058 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 08:43:36 +0100 5131058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125942&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fmother-found-in-neglect-for-refusing-to.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125942 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:49:00 +0100 5125942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125732&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F08%2Fis-it-too-early-for-a-flu-shot.html Seasonal flu shots have already begun arriving at drug stores across the country, for $32 for people paying out of pocket. Since the outbreak of the H1N1 flu two years ago, and the recent recommendation that all people older than 6 months get vaccinated, drug manufacturers have ramped up production. That means more doses, and earlier supplies. But the flu season doesn’t usually get going until the fall and winter. Is August too early to get the shot? No, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They recommend getting vaccinated as soon as the vaccine is available in your community. Whether that is late summer or early fall, the protection will last through the flu season, they say. But it’s important to get vaccinated every year—even though this year’s ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125732 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 16:40:00 +0100 5125732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5118627&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F08%2Fsids-rethinking-safer-sleep-for-babies.html Alone. Back. Crib. That’s an important ABC for new parents to learn, to help prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Few possibilities are scarier to parents than the threat of SIDS, when babies die mysteriously in their sleep. What made the tragedy even worse for bereaved parents was its seeming arbitrariness. According to an NPR investigative report, it turns out, however, that many deaths attributed to SIDS were in fact related to unsafe sleep practices, such as putting a baby to sleep on her stomach or on a soft surface. The city of Baltimore’s health department is trying to prevent such unsafe sleep practices through its B’more for Healthy Babies program “Sleep Safe” campaign, which promotes this ABC message of “Alone. Back. Crib.” Following ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5118627 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:08:00 +0100 5118627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107504&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F08%2Fhazardous-lunches-for-preschoolers.html You think you’re doing the right thing for your preschooler, by sending her off with a lovingly prepared homemade lunch when she heads to day care. But if you’re not taking the proper precautions to keep the food properly chilled, your child may be at risk of getting sick from the bacteria that can grow in perishable food. That’s the conclusion of a new study, “Temperature of Foods Sent by Parents of Preschool-aged Children,” published in the September 2011 issue of Pediatrics. Based on a study of 705 bag lunches for preschoolers at 9 Texas child care centers, the authors found that more than 90 percent of those lunches, even those that had multiple ice packs, were kept at unsafe temperatures. “This was an eye-opener,” said Fawaz D. Almansour, l... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107504 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 18:02:00 +0100 5107504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107520&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fgrowing-up-with-type-1-diabetes%2F2011.08.08 In the years I’ve attended CWD’s Friends for Life conference, I always came away with this appreciation for what the conference provides for kids with diabetes, and their parents.  Kids – a whole bunch of them – running amuck and clad in green bracelets with pump tubing flapping from underneath their t-shirts … it’s a place where these families hopefully feel normal, and safe, and understood. But I’m not a kid with diabetes.  I’m an adult.  (I checked, and it’s true: adult.)  I always felt welcomed at past FFL conferences, but people constantly checked for the kid at my side, because the “child with diabetes” surely couldn’t be me.  (And then there was that time that the registration lady thought Sara(aah) was my ... 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Synaptol is formulated to safely and effectively relieve symptoms of ADD ADHD, so you and your family can immediately return to a better quality of life, symptom-free. Synaptol also helps supplement your diet with vital organic nutrients you may be missing as a result of modern ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107740 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5107740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103517&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fco-dependent-relapse%2F A Checklist of Symptoms Leading to Co-dependent Relapse: Co-dependent : A Person who has let someone else’s behavior affect him or her and is obsessed with controlling others behaviour Denial Patterns: I have difficulty identifying what I am feeling I minimize, alter, or deny how I truly feel. I perceive myself as completely unselfish and dedicated to the well-being of others. Low Self-esteem Patterns: I have difficulty making decisions. I judge everything I think, say, or do harshly, as never “good enough.” I am embarrassed to receive recognition and praise or gifts. I do not ask others to meet my needs or desires. I value others’ approval of my thinking, feelings, and behaviors over my own. I do not perceive myself as a lovable or worthwhile person. Compliance Patterns: I c... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103517 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 15:48:00 +0100 5103517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103519&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fhow-children-deal-with-parents-alcoholism%2F Millions of Americans suffer from the psychological and physical disease of alcoholism. The resulting emotionally destructive impact on the children of alcoholic parents and the family unit is enormous. Alcoholic parents usually act out their addiction in one of two negative ways: violent and abusive behavior or emotional unavailability and neglect. People who grow up in an alcoholic family often demonstrate a pattern of specific emotional issues and behaviors as a result of their parent’s addiction and dysfunction. For example, among alcoholic families, there is a high percentage of abuse — physical, verbal and sexual. The resulting dangerous climate in the home often pits the children against one another. Full story at; How children deal with parents’ alcoholism » Lifestyl... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103519 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 23:49:49 +0100 5103519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096940&cid=t_91989_136_f&fid=39213&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbeingcancer.net%2F2011%2F08%2F05%2Fi-cant-direct-the-wind-guest-post%2F A second post about Hodgkin’s lymphoma.  (see August 1 – “The Good Cancer”) this one by the mother of a very young survivor.  She writes at the very creatively and hopefully titled blog I Cant Direct The Wind But I Can Adjust The Sails Take care, Dennis Hello Blogger Friends! As you may have noticed I haven’t blogged in a little bit and there is a reason for that…. there isn’t much to blog about. Nick is now wrapping up his second week of radiation and so far (knock on wood) aside from a slight scratchy throat and some fatigue he hasn’t had the side effects that sometimes accompany this treatment. He now even has some uber soft peach fuzz growing atop his head…. the doctor said that this new baby soft hair is likely to fall out ... Being Cancer Network blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096940 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:49:18 +0100 5096940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096340&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F04%2F8-practical-pointers-to-help-your-child-pay-attention%2F Getting kids to pay attention is hard enough. But thanks to today’s technological advances, it can become an even bigger challenge. For instance, a University of Washington study found a link between toddlers watching TV and diminished attention spans by seven years old. Another study from UCLA found that kids who used technology had less reflective thought. Interestingly, however, they did have greater visual-spatial skills. “Technology is producing learners with a new set of cognitive strengths and weaknesses,” said Lucy Jo Palladino, Ph.D, psychologist, attention expert and author of Dreamers, Discoverers & Dynamos: How to Help the Child Who Is Bright, Bored and Having Problems in School, a guide for kids who are inventive thinkers, crave novelty and are strongly drawn to dist... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096340 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:49:03 +0100 5096340 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5097101&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2F24-workplace-actions-of-acoas%2F Adult Children of Alcoholism / Addiction in the Workplace ACOA’s often transfer behaviour learned in childhood into other adult spheres of life. In true co-dependency style these often confuse and confound us. Some of these are; We confuse our boss or supervisor with our alcoholic parents and have similar relationship patterns, behaviors, and reactions that are carryovers from childhood. We confuse our co-workers with our siblings or our alcoholic parents and repeat childhood reactions in those working relationships. We expect lavish praise and acknowledgment from our boss for our efforts on the job. Authority figures scare us and we feel afraid when we need to talk to them. We get a negative gut reaction when dealing with someone who has the physical characteristics or mannerisms ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5097101 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 05:47:09 +0100 5097101 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096187&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F08%2Fasthma-risk-increases-with-infant-exposure-to-mold.html Infants exposed to mold in the home have twice the risk of developing childhood asthma, according to a new study in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Part of the "Cincinnati Childhood Allergy and Air Pollution Study," the results suggest a link between mold exposure during infancy and the development of chronic inflammation of the lungs, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. The research pool included 176 children who were followed from birth. By age 7, 18 percent of children were asthmatc. And children who lived in a home rated as having a high level of mold during the first year of life, were 2.6 times more likely to have asthma as those who lived in homes with a low level of mold. A family history of asthma and an allergic reaction to dus... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096187 Wed, 03 Aug 2011 20:45:00 +0100 5096187 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096210&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fjust-a-woman-with-diabetes-who-had-a-baby%2F2011.08.03 When Jeff Hitchcock approached me last year and asked if I would feel comfortable leading the Pregnancy and Diabetes session at Friends for Life, I was honored.  But also a little confused.  What on earth was I going to tell the session attendees?  I couldn’t spout off medical information.  I am not a licensed medical professional. “I’m just a person with diabetes who had a baby.  And my pregnancy was a bit of a tangled one, too!”  I remember emailing to Jeff, wondering if they’d be better off with a doctor at the helm of that discussion. He replied within minutes, telling me that was exactly why they wanted me to lead the session.  And I grinned, but felt nervous. Before the little bird joined our family, I did a lot of research about pregnancy with di... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096210 Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:00:36 +0100 5096210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086168&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrlindagalloway.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F07%2Fgreys-nursery.jpg No one likes pain, least of all pregnant women. Although obstetricians do a great job providing prenatal care and childbirth deliveries, there is always room for improvement regarding patient education. The management of labor pain is usually delegated to the Anesthesia Department within a hospital or an ambulatory center. The goal of anesthesia is to eliminate physical pain and any suffering that might be a result of pain. However pain and suffering may not always be about cause and effect. To quote the literature, “Although pain and suffering often occur together, one may suffer without pain or have pain without suffering.” Some women want to eliminate pain and others view it as a normal process. However, to the well initiated, it is well known that women who are in pain and “suffe... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086168 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:00:35 +0100 5086168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086256&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F01%2Fare-you-living-vicariously-through-your-kids%2F In his book, The Available Parent: Radical Optimism for Raising Teens and Tweens, psychologist John Duffy, PsyD, talks about an adolescent client named John, who’s a star football player. He’s so good that the local paper predicts that he’ll play in Division I football, and college scouts have already started contacting him. A teenager’s dream, right? Well, unfortunately, John isn’t too keen on football. He plays the sport solely because it’s the only time his father, a famous college football player, pays attention to him.  And John pines for that attention and his dad’s approval. But he also wants to quit football and pursue other interests. Maybe you’ve felt a similar trap with your own parents: not enjoying or downright hating something you’re doing but sticking ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086256 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 15:45:03 +0100 5086256 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086258&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F31%2Flifesaving-list%2F Help save lives by sharing this list. Online Suicide Prevention Resources is a small wiki focussed on crisis resources available online without a telephone. There are listings for social media, secure IM chat, and public forums. It was inspired by the International Suicide Prevention Wiki, created by Post Secret, which features a table of links and directories for telephone crisis hotlines and resources all over the world. The list I created today is solely for non-phone contacts. Included are details of the hours for each service. Why make such a list? In today’s cell phone family plan homes, calls show up on bills read by parents, and youth might want privacy for a long list of reasons including the parents being the problem. By using the Internet, people can connect one on one to ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086258 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:00:50 +0100 5086258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086261&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F30%2Fif-i-have-to-tell-you-one-more-time-23-tools-for-parents%2F Before you read this post, I must confess that I have not read a parenting book for seven years: since my son was three and my daughter one. Up to that point, I averaged one a month. Some were helpful, but I was such an insecure parent, that the majority of these well-intentioned references made me like a horrible mother who was incapable of raising good kids. I then decided to “pick my battles,” and work on my self-esteem rather than perfecting my parenting skills. So I tossed any parenting books that came my way into the Goodwill pile. Whenever the topic of expert parenting advice or philosophies came up at play dates, I walked away and participated in another conversation… like about which kind of chocolate to buy. I must have evolved in these seven years because I was unafrai... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086261 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:15:30 +0100 5086261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5078041&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fteens-its-not-your-fault%2F It’s Not Your Fault! Hi!   Are you worried that your Mom or Dad drinks too much or uses drugs? You are right to be concerned— about their safety and health, about what will happen to you, about their embarrassing you or criticizing you unfairly, about breaking promises, about driving under the influence, and about lots of other things that create unpredictability and confusion. While you cannot stop your parent from drinking or using drugs, you can take steps to make things better for yourself. Facts You Should Know… One in four youth under age 18 lives in a family where a person abuses alcohol or suffers from alcoholism. Countless others are affected by a family member’s use of drugs. Remember: You are not alone. Lots of teens are in your situation a... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5078041 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 04:07:53 +0100 5078041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077882&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-drugs%2Fhow-children-get-adhd-and-how-to-treat-it.php When a child is diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, most parents want to know how children get ADHD and wonder if they did something to create it. There is nothing that you did to cause your child to suffer with this disorder. In this article, you’ll learn more about this subject along with the best treatment options available today. Since parents love and feel responsible for their children when they start wondering ‘how do children get ADHD,’ they naturally blame themselves because they think that there was probably something that they could have done to prevent it. Due to the fact that researchers have recently discovered evidence of a genetic cause, you need to stop blaming yourself. Blaming yourself mires you in guilt and prevents you from being ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077882 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5077882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077691&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fswimming-may-not-be-as-safe-for-your-children-as-you-think%2F2011.07.28 As summer continues in North America, and for anyone who goes near the water during any time of year, prevention of drowning is very important. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) takes its responsibilities on this issue seriously, and in 2010 issued a policy statement on prevention of drowning. This is a remarkable and well-thought out document that addresses all of the important issues associated with risk for and prevention of drowning. The online version of the policy statement, along with updated information and services, is available on the web. The document points out that, historically, drowning has been the second leading cause of unintentional death in individuals aged one to 19 years, causing more than 1,100 deaths per year in the United States alone. The AAP defines drowni... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077691 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:00:00 +0100 5077691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077676&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F07%2Fchildren-with-adhd-are-at-greater-risk-when-crossing-the-street.html Teaching children how to cross streets safely by themselves is one of the basic tasks of responsible parenthood. Children who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), however, are at greater risk of injury when crossing the street independently—so parents whose children have ADHD may want to give them extra practice, or even delay when they allow their children to cross streets by themselves. That’s the finding from research published recently in the American Academy of Pediatrics journal, Pediatrics, “Mediating Factors Associated with Pedestrian Injury in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.” The study looked at 78 children, aged 7 to 10 years old. Of these, 39 were diagnosed with ADHD. The children stopped taking their ADHD medica... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077676 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 22:10:00 +0100 5077676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069530&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F27%2Flunch-wars-win-the-battle-for-our-childrens-health%2F Oh how happy I was to see the new book Lunch Wars: How to Start a School Food Revolution and Win the Battle for Our Children’s Heath by Amy Kalafa, producer of the award-winning documentary “Two Angry Moms.” I get on my soapbox all too often about this very issue, because I have one child who is so sensitive to food that teachers can tell if he ate a cookie at lunch, and the other possesses about as much will power as I have when it comes to saying no to cinnamon-flavored soft pretzels. Why, in the world, would they offer seven-year-olds the option to buy Klondike bars, cinnamon-flavored soft-pretzels, Doritos, and Gatorade? I think the answer has to do with budgets. But in the process we are raising fat kids whose academic progress is compromised by all the crap they shove in their ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069530 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:56:50 +0100 5069530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069462&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F07%2Fspray-sunscreens-should-not-be-sprayed-on-kids-at-least-for-now.html The Food and Drug Administration announced last month that it was investigating the potential risks of spray sunscreens. Of particular concern to us is the possibility that people might accidentally breathe in the ingredients, a risk that’s greatest in children, who—as any parent knows—are more likely to squirm around when they’re being sprayed. As a result, we now say that until the FDA completes its analysis, the products should generally not be used by or on children. We have also removed one sunscreen spray—Ocean Potion Kids Instant Dry Mist SPF 50—from the group of recommended sunscreens in our Ratings, because it is marketed especially for children. Finally, we would like to reemphasize our longstanding advice that you use sprays carefully, by ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069462 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:20:00 +0100 5069462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069422&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F26%2Fnarrative-matters-reporting-child-abuse%2F In the newest Health Affairs Narrative Matters essay, a seventeen-year-old West African immigrant who’s off to college says her facial bruising was inflicted by her father, and a young pediatrician learns about — and rethinks — the process of reporting child abuse and working with Child Protective Services. The essay, “Oh, My Father Hit Me,” [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069422 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:47:34 +0100 5069422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5057724&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fbeing-a-diabetic-parent-is-more-difficult-than-it-looks%2F2011.07.23 Lead by Korey Hood and Stefan Rubin, the Parenting with Type 1 Diabetes session at Friends for Life was aiming to touch upon the different challenges of being a parent with type 1 diabetes, instead of the concentration on parenting a child with type 1 diabetes that Children With Diabetes was once known for.  This was my first year attending this session, and I sat between two of my best friends in the diabetes community – Scott and George. “So thanks for coming, you guys.  We’re here to talk about parenting with type 1 diabetes,” said Korey. At this point, people started doing introductions.  “Hi, I’m So-and-So and I was diagnosed with diabetes in 1998.”  or “I’ve been diabetic for 16 years and I have three children.”  Only i... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5057724 Sat, 23 Jul 2011 12:00:56 +0100 5057724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050715&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F21%2Ftaking-your-teen-to-a-therapist%2F It’s hard enough knowing when you need to see a therapist and navigating the entire process from picking a professional to making the most of your time once you do. (Here are some tips, by the way.) But doing this for your teen can seem outright overwhelming. Educating yourself on the process, however, helps immensely. Below, clinical psychologist John Duffy, Psy.D, who works with teens and authored the book The Available Parent: Radical Optimism for Raising Teens and Tweens, discusses everything from telltale signs to see a therapist to talking to your child to making the most of therapy. When Your Teen Needs Therapy According to Duffy, the time to take your teen to a therapist is “when you note a marked change in either her affect, her behavior, or both,” especially “if the chan... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050715 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:06:53 +0100 5050715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5046203&cid=t_91989_46_f&fid=38787&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmsf.ca%2Fblogs%2Fphotos%2F2011%2F07%2F20%2Fdadaab-kenya%2F A child has the circumference of his upper arm measured with a MUAC band by MSF health staff, at a health post in Dagahaley refugee camp, Dadaab, Kenya. The Dadaab refugee camp complex in northeastern Kenya consists of three camps: Ifo, Hagadera and Dagahaley. It constitutes the largest refugee camp in the world with more than 370,000 inhabitants, and it is beyond full. But, thousands of Somali refugees continue to arrive every day, fleeing the violent conflict in their home country and the devastating effects of the drought and lack of food. Between June 6 and July 6, approximately 40,000 people arrived in Dadaab in search of humanitarian assistance and safety. (Source: MSF Blogs) MSF Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5046203 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 09:08:24 +0100 5046203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050721&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fbed-sharing-seems-okay-for-toddlers%2F While not particularly popular here in the U.S., bed sharing arrangements are a little more common in many other countries, especially when sleeping quarters may be scarce. A new study just published suggests that such bed sharing between parents and their toddlers and young children probably don’t result in any kind of long-term psychological or social problems. The study followed a sample of 944 low-income families who were enrolled in the Early Head Start program, and followed the toddlers and parents over the course of five years. Once other factors were accounted for — such as the family’s socioeconomic status, the mom’s educational level, ethnicity and parenting style — the negative outcomes associated with bed sharing went away. This suggests that bed s... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050721 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:06:36 +0100 5050721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5036275&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F17%2F3-handy-ways-to-help-your-child-overcome-negative-thinking%2F Negative thinking isn’t something that just plagues adults. It also plagues kids. In the book Freeing Your Child From Negative Thinking: Powerful Practical Strategies to Build a Lifetime of Resilience, Flexibility and Happiness, child psychologist Tamar E. Chansky, Ph.D, writes that for kids with a “negative thinking bias,” negative thoughts become “the default, the first, last and final word.” Kids simply don’t realize that they have a choice in whether they internalize these thoughts. Instead, they start to see these inaccurate beliefs as absolute truths. Fortunately, Chansky says that parents can help! Whether your child expresses negative thoughts occasionally or on a regular basis, you can help them overcome these harmful patterns of thinking. Below are three activities to... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5036275 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 10:17:59 +0100 5036275 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5029128&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F07%2F9-year-old-autistic-child-forced.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5029128 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 01:09:00 +0100 5029128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5029221&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Frecovery-self-awareness%2F Meditating Mindfulness for Recovery Mindfulness is a form of self-awareness training adapted from Buddhist mindfulness meditation. It has been adapted for use in treatment of depression, especially preventing relapse and for assisting with mood regulation. Mindfulness has been described as a state of being in the present, accepting things for what they are, i.e. non-judgementally. It was originally developed to assist with mood regulation and relapse prevention in depression and has been found to have considerable health benefits. These exercises are designed to introduce the principles and can be used by anyone recovering from a mood altering disease such as alcoholism, compulsive gambling, food problems, addiction, codependency or adult children of alcoholics.. If you let cloudy water s... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5029221 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:01:05 +0100 5029221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028740&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-in-the-classroom%2Ffight-adhd-and-help-your-children-become-more-attentive-with-natural-supplements.php Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the newest name that has been given to a group of disorders of the central nervous system. With the long list of names this disorder has been given over the years, it is often confusing as to which criteria are for a diagnosis of ADHD or ADD. It is estimated that between 3 and 5 percent of children in the United States have ADHD, meaning that at least one child in a classroom of twenty-five to thirty children will have ADHD. There are three times as many boys diagnosed with ADHD, but the condition is increasingly being diagnosed in girls as well. Although ADHD was primarily thought of as a childhood disorder, it can be found in adults as well. Experts have estimated that as many as 8 million adults may be affected, but 80 percent of them d... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028740 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5028740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5029055&cid=t_91989_136_f&fid=39213&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbeingcancer.net%2F2011%2F07%2F14%2Fsurviving-someone-elses-cancer-guest-post%2F Lori Marx-Rubiner, MA, MSW, describes herself as a Breast Cancer Coach/Advocate.  She has started a new blog that combines her personal and professional roles.  This particular post was written by her son Zach. – regrounding | of chemo, cancer and red, red wine Surviving Someone Else’s Cancer I was 3 ½ when my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. I can’t remember much of that time, but what I do remember will stay with me for the rest of my life. Mostly I remember a few things that happened when my mom had surgery. My grandma stayed with us to help out. I remember once when my mom was still in the hospital and I was with my grandma and I was crying. I don’t remember why I was, but I do remember my dad coming home and reading me a bedtime story. I think that it was h... Being Cancer Network blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5029055 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:33:55 +0100 5029055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5029222&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fbeyond-co-dependency%2F : And Getting Better All the Time By Melody Beattie A book for any one who has had a relationship with an alcohol, addict or compulsive gambler. Adult Children of Alcoholism / addiction, wives, husbands, parents &etc. Review By Neal J. Pollock (VA USA) While I have not read Melody Beattie’s other works, I thought this a very valuable book in and of itself. It sheds much light on the topic and helped me to become sensitized to the obvious signs of co-dependency in people. By doing this, it enabled me to avoid situations where I could become codependent in a relationship. I think that, as in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, there are levels of psychological situations and/or problems. Thus, there may be people inherently inclined towards co-dependency, but there may also be peopl... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5029222 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:47:07 +0100 5029222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5029132&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F07%2F1-boring-old-man-blog-trial-93-very.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5029132 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:45:00 +0100 5029132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028457&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F12%2Fmatthew-israel-founder-of-judge-rotenberg-steps-down-in-disgrace%2F We missed reporting this at the end of May when it happened, but I like to close the loop on stories we’ve discussed in the past, so I thought it relevant to mention here. We’ve previously detailed how the Judge Rotenberg Educational Center in Canton, Mass. has a “treatment” for out-of-control children where electric shocks are given in order to curb their behavior (ala BF Skinner). We’ve also noted the horror of the incident where a former patient was able to make a single phone call and cause the staff to shock two children in its care over 100 times. Now, finally, the founder of the school, Matthew Israel, has agreed to step down from the Center in order to avoid prison time. In an agreement reached with the state’s Attorney General, he will be on pro... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028457 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 15:50:56 +0100 5028457 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028744&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-drugs%2Ftreating-adhd-in-children-fda-on-alert.php The FDA is concerned about ADHD drugs because they can and do, cause heart problems and hallucinations. The numbers are small but enough to force the FDA to recommend that the drug companies put the black box warning on the boxes of medication. That is the strongest warning possible so we are not talking here about minor side effects. Is this the best we can do in treating ADHD in children ? There are many doctors now who are convinced that the drugs are being over prescribed for ADHD. In addition, as if that was not enough, ADHD is being over diagnosed.. The Harvard Medical School in a recent paper estimates that up to 8 to 10% of children may have ADHD. Also there could be up to 2.5 million children being treated with these medications. So, what is wrong with treating ADHD in children wi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028744 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5028744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028195&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F07%2Fprescription-to-fight-obesity-epidemic-turn-off-the-tv.html The problem is evident. Kids and teenagers are getting fatter. Meanwhile, more than 80 percent of all advertising in children’s media is for fast food or snacks. Is it time to ban this advertising from TV? Yes, says the American Academy of Pediatrics in a new policy statement, “Children, Adolescents, Obesity and the Media” published in the July 2011 issue of Pediatrics. Kids and teens are spending more time watching TV. This means that children are also watching ads for junk food and fast food, and eating more unhealthy foods. In 2009, the fast-food industry spent $ 4.2 billion on ads. This spring, the Federal Trade Commission proposed voluntary guidelines to limit how food manufacturers advertise to children. The AAP supports the FTC’s working group proposal, s... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028195 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 18:45:00 +0100 5028195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008454&cid=t_91989_123_f&fid=39035&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.liddlekidzblog.com%2F2011%2F07%2Findependence-get-some.html Independence is defined as the quality or state of being independent. Essentially, not dependent.Having just celebrated the 4th of July, which we know is celebrated in honor of our freedom and independence. On this day, I always think about independence and how honored I feel to have found massage therapy to create my own independence. Yes, it seems odd to celebrate massage therapy on the 4th, but if you think about it, massage therapy can be your vehicle to true independence. How Massage Therapy Can Create Independence:1 - create your own freedom You can schedule your massage sessions, workshops and bodywork clients at times when it is convenient for you, while at the same time honoring their time as a client. Yes, we’ve heard the mantra “the client is always right”, and this is tr... Liddle Kidz Infant and Pediatric Massage Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008454 Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:20:00 +0100 5008454 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4992826&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-drugs%2Ftreatment-of-adhd-in-children-should-be-safe-and-effective.php Discovering that their child has ADHD is upsetting to many families who are suddenly faced with the option of dosing their youngster with strong medications every day. Parents and family members are often unsure where they need to look to find the best treatment of ADHD in children. The first place that most people turn to is the medical community. While this does offer a lot of resources that can be effective in giving you help with ADHD children, there is a tendency to rely upon drugs as the first line of treatment. Today parents are wondering if there are options that can be used that will still be useful for treatment of ADHD in children. As more of the side effects of drugs are being publicized, parents are becoming much less eager to involve these powerful stimulants in treatment of ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4992826 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4992826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984663&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fdiscover-and-recover-blog-author-duane.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984663 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 01:17:00 +0100 4984663 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4975208&cid=t_91989_146_f&fid=38266&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsleepeducation.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fevening-screen-time-negatively-affects.html (Source: Sleep Education) Sleep Education blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4975208 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:43:00 +0100 4975208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4975811&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F28%2Fmichelle-obamas-lets-move-is-losing-its-footing%2F First Lady Michelle Obama’s anti-obesity campaign, launched on February 9, 2010, initially closely fit what obesity research data calls for, with its focus on children and its attention to exercise and better eating (rather than dieting), including its very title, “Let’s Move.”  At the launch, the first lady announced four major areas of focus: providing [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4975811 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:05:47 +0100 4975811 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968579&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F24%2F9-myths-misconceptions-and-stereotypes-about-adhd%2F Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects about four percent of U.S. adults (Kessler, Chiu, Demler & Walters, 2005). Still, many myths, stereotypes and downright fallacies abound — everything from questioning the very existence of ADHD to downplaying its seriousness. Below, we spoke with two experts who treat individuals with ADHD to set the record straight. 1. Myth: ADHD isn’t a real disorder. Fact: ADHD is a mental disorder with a strong biological component (like most mental disorders). This includes an inherited biological component, notes Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D, a national certified counselor and licensed mental health counselor and author of four books on adult ADD, including Adult ADD: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed. For instance, studies have identified sever... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968579 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:17:58 +0100 4968579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968443&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F23%2Fobesity-epidemic-may-make-mortality-gains-short-lived%2F For those who assume that the next generation of Americans will live longer than their parents, a new “three-dimensional” method of forecasting vital health statistics shows how this may not prove to be the case. Most Americans enjoy better health today than in the past, with significant declines in death rates from the top three [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968443 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:49:38 +0100 4968443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968873&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fstuart-kaplan-your-child-does-not-have.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968873 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:48:00 +0100 4968873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960119&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F22%2Fare-low-carb-diets-bad-for-the-brain%2F Are low carbohydrate diets bad for the brain? Ketogenic diets (low carbohydrate diets) promote the increased use of ketone bodies–soluble compounds produced by the body when fatty acids are broken down–by the brain. But, is this safe? When examining epileptic children who spend years in ketosis, or the accumulation of higher than normal ketone bodies, there seems to be no negative effect on cognitive function, except fatigue in the beginning stages of the diet (Hale, 2010). In addition, ketogenic diets are used as treatment for some diseases.  Klepper and colleagues (2003) reported that ketogenic diets have been used for decades to treat intractable childhood epileptics, but they can also be used for treating other conditions such as glut 1 deficiency syndrome and pyruvatedehy... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960119 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:58:36 +0100 4960119 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4952987&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F20%2F4-ways-to-manage-oppositional-defiant-disorder-in-children%2F Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a childhood disorder that affects anywhere from 6 to 10 percent of children. It is characterized by a negative set of behaviors in a child directed toward the adults in their life, and can sometimes be mistaken for disorders that share some characteristics, such as conduct disorder and even attention deficit disorder. The diagnosis of Oppositional Defiant Disorder is given by mental health professionals to describe a set of behaviors a child is exhibiting that include: Often loses temper Argues with adults and authority figures Refuses to comply with adult requests Blames others for his mistakes Deliberately annoys people Is easily annoyed by others Is angry/resentful and spiteful/vindictive. Sound like a child you may know? If a child exhibits fou... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4952987 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:12:36 +0100 4952987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4952989&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F19%2F10-tips-for-new-fathers%2F If you are a new dad, guess what research shows is one of the best things you can do to bond with your new baby and make your marriage stronger? Change his diaper. Yep… Becoming a new father can be a daunting task, but there are ten things to keep in mind that will help you, your new baby, and your marriage. 1. Time and tolerance. The most important thing you can do is simply spend time with your newborn.  Serious research about fatherhood is only a scant 30 years old, and what we know is that the more time fathers spend with their infants the better. Researchers in the early years of father-infant bonding couldn’t find fathers spending enough time with their infants to study them.  In other words, dads weren’t spending an adequate amount of time with their baby to even start... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4952989 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 10:29:58 +0100 4952989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934330&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F16%2Ffresh-air-fund-needs-host-families-2011%2F Imagine growing up in a city environment where you rarely see a tree, a patch of grass, or a bird. Imagine having nowhere to play a game of baseball or play catch with your dog. Imagine a place where the only thing summer brings is sweltering indoor temperatures, with no vacation or fun outside of playing in the fire-hydrant spray. For many children, this is inner-city life and the only life they know. But the Fresh Air Fund is a non-profit that has been giving free summer experiences to poor children in New York City since 1877. During that time, they’ve helped millions of children have a very different kind of summer vacation — a chance to breath some fresh air in a different, less urban environment. They need more host families living in a northeastern state this summer. Continue re... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934330 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:11:23 +0100 4934330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934575&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fchildren-with-adhd-has-bladder-control-problems.php A new study finds that children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder are with higher risk of bladder control disorder such as bedwetting compare to those children or their friends who does not have the said disorder. Some researchers conduct a survey between children with ADHD and without ADHD about their bedwetting problems and other bladder control warning signs through questionnaires. The result is that children with ADHD have higher respondents who answered of their bladder control symptoms. Most of them have more problems of bedwetting and have the pressing feeling to go to the bathroom to urinate urgently. The research findings proposed that the occurrence of all bladder control problems, not only inability to control urination have a higher rate with those children who hav... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934575 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4934575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934074&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F14%2Fthe-decade-of-vaccines-promise-and-challenge%2F Vaccinating children around the world against infectious diseases has saved the lives of millions over the past several decades. Now new opportunities exist to overcome remaining challenges, according to articles in the June 2011 issue of Health Affairs, Strategies For The Global ‘Decade Of Vaccines, published June 9. The new Health Affairs volume explores the [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934074 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:31:17 +0100 4934074 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934075&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F13%2Fremembering-barbara-starfield-a-primary-care-champion%2F Barbara Starfield, a seminal figure in the health services research community who made landmark contributions in primary care and other areas, died suddenly on Friday, June 10, of an apparent heart attack. Health Affairs extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Dr. Starfield. To help honor Dr. Starfield’s career, Health Affairs is [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934075 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:02:42 +0100 4934075 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4945122&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fwe-dont-know-why-it-works-it-just-does.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4945122 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:22:00 +0100 4945122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921517&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F11%2F6-ideas-for-creating-fun-rituals-with-your-family%2F My parents and I have always been like the Three Musketeers. When I lived at home, we’d sit down to dinner every single night—no TV or cell phones, though my dad would leave the soccer game on in the living room and spring from his chair to stand at the edge of the kitchen to catch a good play. (Or if he heard the signature “Gooaaaallllll!” roaring from the announcer.) We took family vacations regularly and rarely experienced big events separately. For instance, whenever I had a performance at school, my parents always made sure that one of them was there. If they had to, they’d miss work to support me during one of my silly shows. My father passed away almost two years ago, but my mom and I still try to eat dinner together and regularly have shopping dates. When my g... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921517 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 12:31:41 +0100 4921517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921369&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F10%2Fmost-kids-vaccinated-but-some-parents-still-worry%2F Most children in the United States are getting regularly scheduled immunizations for infant and childhood diseases. But a new survey shows that some parents remain unpersuaded that all vaccines are safe or even necessary. The survey was published yesterday in the June issue of Health Affairs, a thematic volume titled “Strategies For The ‘Decade Of [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921369 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:14:53 +0100 4921369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921622&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2F3-mistakes-typically-made-by-parents-of-children-diagnosed-with-adhd.php As a mental health therapist, I often witness parents making three mistakes when their children are diagnosed with ADHD or ADD. If you are a parent of a child or adolescent diagnosed with ADHD, read on to find out if you are currently making these mistakes, and what alternative approaches to take. Mistake # 1: Thinking ADHD doesn’t really exist and it’s all your fault (or that of the ‘other’ parent). So it has finally come to this, after numerous times in detention, poor grades in school, behavioral problems at home and in school, the proverbial straw which broke the camel’s back has finally landed you and your child in the office of a mental health clinician, where the diagnosis has been rendered. You don’t believe in ADHD and believe you should implement stricter ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921622 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4921622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4911796&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fdetestable-johnson-and-johnson.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4911796 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:53:00 +0100 4911796 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4911675&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-in-the-classroom%2Fadaptations-for-teaching-children-with-adhd.php If you are a teacher who has been challenged by the task of teaching children with ADHD, the idea itself may be overwhelming. You may have images of children bouncing off the walls in your classroom disrupting all learning. Before you enter a full blown panic, understand that there are many things you can do to encourage their learning and full participation in your class environment. Plan for Success Understand that each child with ADHD will have slightly different manifestations of the condition; one may not be able to sit still while another needs to roam. Placing the roaming child towards the back of the class so they can get up for a quick wander or getting the fidgeter an exercise ball to sit on may resolve the distraction issues presented to other students can help when teaching chi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4911675 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4911675 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4911797&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fprescribed-antipsychotics-at-age-3.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4911797 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:59:00 +0100 4911797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4911440&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F07%2Fhealth-affairs-briefing-reminder-strategies-for-the-global-decade-of-vaccines%2F Immunizing the world’s children against infectious diseases has dramatically cut childhood death and suffering in recent decades.  In 2010, philanthropists Bill and Melinda Gates called for a new “Decade of Vaccines” to vault the progress dramatically forward. The June 2011 issue of Health Affairs, sponsored by the Gates Foundation, examines the strategies that will be [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4911440 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:00:53 +0100 4911440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902490&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34958&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.counsellingresource.com%2F%7Er%2Fpsychology-philosophy%2F%7E3%2F0NOGtFoieeY%2F If there ever was a perennial parental complaint, I'd have to say it is "why won't my child listen to me?" When you know some of the most common reasons why your little one is ignoring or defying you, you have a better chance of being heard and getting what you want.Tags: anger, boundaries, communication, parenting and children, relationships (Source: Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life) Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902490 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:18:36 +0100 4902490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902671&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fkids-age-10-17-did-you-gain-weight-on.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902671 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:07:00 +0100 4902671 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902561&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fhow-children-get-adhd-was-once-thought-to-be-the-flu.php Let’s take a walk back in time to 1919 in a rural schoolhouse. Mrs. Smith has fifteen students half of which have the primary ADHD symptoms of hyperactivity, inattentiveness, and impulsivity. She is a smart women who keeps up with the latest research and all the experts agree that the reason half her children are so difficult to handle is because of the brain damage caused by the 1918 influenza encephalitis epidemic. After all almost everyone in her community has had the flu. She has discussed this matter with all the parents letting them know that their children likely have Minimal Brain Damage and an extra dose of discipline might be needed to corral this unruly behavior.  If the story above wasn’t true it might seem like something right out of a fiction novel. Now let’s get down ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902561 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4902561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902709&cid=t_91989_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2011%2F06%2Ffrom-food-pyramid-to-food-plate.html I was pleased to see the new food pyramid...I mean circle...actually it's a plate. I have always felt the food pyramid was too complicated for many.  Looking at a simple plate, with portion amounts shown on the plate in colors is appealing to the eye, and easy to understand...even for children. When I used to meet with people for consultations, for years, I would do something very similar.  When explaining how much of each food group they should eat, I would say to look at your plate, this much should be meat, this much grains, etc., and would draw a diagram to explain. Now this simple concept is being used by the USDA. Since I'm not sure whether the image is copyrighted, may I invite you to visit the USDA ChooseMyPlate page for more information.If you are interested in portion c... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902709 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 15:40:00 +0100 4902709 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893923&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fstages-in-the-alcoholic-family%2F Chaos in alcoholic familiesA family with an alcohol in its midst will go through several stages in dealing with the chaos and disruption caused by the alcoholic. These stages are described below in order of appearance.Denial: Early in the development of alcoholism, occasional episodes of excessive drinking are explained away by both marriage partners. Drinking because of tiredness, worry, or a bad day is not unbelievable. The assumption is that the episode is isolated and is, therefore, not a problem.Attempts to Eliminate the Problem:The non-alcoholic spouse realizes that the drinking is not normal and tries to pressure the alcoholic to quit, be more careful, or cut down. At the same time, the spouse tries to hide the problems from the outside and keep up a good.front. Children may start t... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893923 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 19:03:25 +0100 4893923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893431&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Felectronics%2F2011%2F06%2Famerican-optometric-association-kids-and-3d.html In an effort to address what it believes is a fair amount of misinformation about the effects of 3D viewing on younger children, the American Optometric Association (AOA) has posted a 3D eye health FAQ on its website that tackles many commonly asked questions about the issue. This isn't the AOA's first step into the world of 3D and discussions about the effect it can have on viewers. Earlier this year I attended an AOA-sponsored symposium—held in partnership with the 3D@Home Consortium—during which it was suggested that people who don't experience 3D or who have problems with it should get a comprehensive eye exam, as often these issues can be caused by an undiagnosed eye condition. At that event, the AOA panelists also said that while there has been some concern that prolong... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893431 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 15:30:12 +0100 4893431 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893441&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2FGKtYZzVjl7Q%2F With summer break right around the corner, more kids unsupervised at home, and prescription drug abuse on the rise, the National Family Partnership’s Lock Your Meds campaign offers tips for parents. Studies show that more teens start using drugs during the summer months – while unsupervised and with more free time. 70% of teens who abuse Rx drugs get them from family and friends. 68% of households do not properly secure their Rx medications. Studies show that unmonitored kids are four times more likely to engage in substance abuse. The distressed employment market makes it harder for teens to find summer jobs, leading to more boredom, restlessness and free time.  A new study surveyed 2,500 high schoolers and reported that one in four admitted to abusing Rx drugs. TIPS F... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893441 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:39:43 +0100 4893441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4883548&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F31%2Fhealth-affairs-briefing-strategies-for-the-global-decade-of-vaccines%2F Immunizing the world’s children against infectious diseases has dramatically cut childhood death and suffering in recent decades.  In 2010, philanthropists Bill and Melinda Gates called for a new “Decade of Vaccines” to vault the progress dramatically forward. The June 2011 issue of Health Affairs, sponsored by the Gates Foundation, examines the strategies that will be [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4883548 Tue, 31 May 2011 18:14:31 +0100 4883548 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4883756&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-books%2Fthe-adhd-workbook-for-kids-helping-children-gain-selfconfidence-social-skills-selfcontrol-instant-help.php Price 10.71 Listprice $16.95 Description All kids with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) want to manage their symptoms in order to get along better with others, build confidence, and succeed in school, but most don’t have the skills they need to get their impulsive behavior under control. The ADHD Workbook for Kids offers a simple way to help children with ADHD learn these critical skills in just ten minutes a day. This workbook includes more than forty activities for kids developed by child psychologist Lawrence Shapiro that can help your child with ADHD handle everyday tasks, make friends, and build self-esteem while he or she learns to overcome the most challenging aspects of the disorder. Alone or with your help, your child can complete on Re... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4883756 Sat, 28 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4883756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872392&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F05%2Ftop-posts-this-week.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872392 Fri, 27 May 2011 23:20:00 +0100 4872392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872237&cid=t_91989_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fsick-children-life%2F Recent studies show that depression, anxiety disorders and other mental illnesses, as well as high blood pressure is on the rise for teens. That’s an awful truth. There are some obvious universals here: overweight teens are more susceptible to not only higher blood pressure, as well as a slew of other possible illnesses. Mental illness cannot always be prevented and is hard to diagnose in the first place, especially in children. teens in general become moody and problematic as they hit puberty, dealing with social issues. You cannot do anything about genetics. Two separate article recently published on the Wall Street Journal’s website both chronicle the recent influx of these conditions. Mental illness on the rise is forcing parents to examine their children, even at very young ag... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872237 Fri, 27 May 2011 18:16:37 +0100 4872237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872161&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F05%2F27%2F8-tips-for-teenage-depression%2F Teenagers are moody. Absolutely. Fluctuations in hormones cause anger outbursts, irritability, emotional hysteria, bursts of anger, defiant behavior, and weepiness. So it’s very difficult to tease apart teenage drama from legitimate depression and other mood disorders. However, it’s worth the effort because depression and other mood disorders that begin in adolescence often become much more serious and difficult to treat as adult disorders. A 1996 study by the National Institute of Mental Health estimated that more than 6 percent of adolescents, between the ages of 9 and 18 years old, suffered from depression during the six-month period of the study, and almost five percent suffered from major depressive disorder. Moreover, many of the 20 percent of people who suffer from depression a... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872161 Fri, 27 May 2011 15:27:51 +0100 4872161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872396&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F05%2Ftime-healthland-drugging-vulnerable.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872396 Thu, 26 May 2011 19:22:00 +0100 4872396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862528&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Fcdc-measles-cases-in-the-us-surging-hitting-15-year-high.html The Center for Disease Control and Prevention says it's seeing a dramatic rise in the number of measles infections in the U.S this year. As of May 20, it reports 118 cases of measles, a triple-digit level that hasn't been seen since 1996. The health agency said cases of the highly infectious disease were reported in 23 states. And while none of the patients died, about 40 percent of the cases required hospitalization. The increase is not because of problems with the measles vaccine, which remains effective and widely available. Instead, it may be that more parents are opting against the vaccine. The CDC noted that 90 percent of the cases reported so far this year were in patients who had not been immunized. The CDC and health experts at Consumer Reports says everyone should keep up to ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862528 Wed, 25 May 2011 17:15:00 +0100 4862528 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862532&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F05%2Fprobiotics-for-kidsworth-it.html Baffled by the bewildering array of foods and drinks that prominently feature probiotics on the label? Wonder if you should be giving these to your baby or young child? You’re not alone. Food marketers promote probiotics, those beneficial bacteria that live in the intestines, where they can ease digestive woes and possibly strengthen immune systems, in everything from infant formula to yogurts specifically targeted to children. “We’re constantly being bombarded by magazines and TV,” said Dan Thomas, M.D., the lead author on a clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics, AAP, on probiotics and prebiotics in pediatrics. “We wrote this to tell pediatricians what is known. Pediatricians are being bombarded by the industry. As a medical community, the... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862532 Tue, 24 May 2011 21:53:00 +0100 4862532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862491&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F24%2Fprotecting-children-from-environmental-chemical-exposures-an-economic-priority%2F In the May Health Affairs issue, Sarah Vogel and Judy Roberts map out the disastrous history of the 1976 Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the major legislation that regulates chemicals.  TSCA makes it difficult for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to restrict use of any of the 62,000 chemicals already in commerce.  It does not [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862491 Tue, 24 May 2011 13:03:06 +0100 4862491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4852835&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F23%2Fthe-beacon-communities-at-one-year-the-se-minnesota-experience%2F Editor’s note: The federal government’s Beacon Program provides funding to 17 communities that have already made inroads in the development of secure, private, and accurate systems of electronic health record (EHR) adoption and health information exchange. This is the third in a series of Health Affairs Blog posts in which leaders of several Beacon communities [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4852835 Mon, 23 May 2011 18:13:00 +0100 4852835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853174&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F05%2Ffloridas-doctors-hired-to-evaluate-kids.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853174 Sun, 22 May 2011 15:48:00 +0100 4853174 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853252&cid=t_91989_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F05%2F22%2Fthe-obamas-dont-diet-and-neither-should-you-its-a-lifestyle%2F My heart is full at this very moment. It’s not often that positive messages about healthy living get out there. It’s RARE that the word “DIET” is out there in a negative or neutral context. But that’s exactly what happens in this video with Sam Kass, White House Chef when he said “we don’t diet – it’s a lifestyle”. THANK YOU! It is so important for the public to hear dieting in a negative context. People equate healthy living to dieting. That is not the case. Changing your behaviors to eat more nutritious may feel like “dieting” because it is so new, but when you eat healthy, nourishing foods your body will naturally lose weight if you need to. People also equate “not dieting” to eating without any boundar... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853252 Sun, 22 May 2011 02:23:38 +0100 4853252 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4847947&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Fzombie-apocalypse-preparedness-dont-forget-your-go-bag.html Now, we don't really think the world will end tomorrow. On the other hand, you never do know when disaster will strike. So, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention pointed out yesterday, it does make sense to plan for the worst, whether from zombies, hurricanes, or nuclear emergencies. That means knowing the needed steps to take, practicing with your family, creating a communication plan, stocking supplies, and being ready to act. Consider storing the following basic supplies in a “go-bag” for home use or evacuation: • At least three days' worth of nonperishable food, water, and essential medicines • Toiletries and clothing • Iodine tablets or bleach to disinfect water if you can't boil it • Candles and matches, flashlights or battery-powered lamps, and a ba... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4847947 Fri, 20 May 2011 20:05:00 +0100 4847947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4848163&cid=t_91989_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2011%2F05%2Fgenetically-engineered-or-modified-gmo.html Genetically altered foods are something I've heard a lot about, but not taken as seriously as I should. For me, there is nothing like taking time to look into something in order to write about it to open my eyes to things I haven't seen before. And that's just what happened to me this week. I am still learning how best to put into scientific words what all of this is about, but generally, it is altering the characteristics of an organism by injecting it's DNA with genes or other properties(?) from another organism. This tampering with the natural structure of, for example, corn or soy beans, common foods that are altered in this way, is naturally of concern to those of us who want to eat foods as close to the way God created them as we can in our tainted environment. I went into greater de... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4848163 Fri, 20 May 2011 13:35:00 +0100 4848163 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4847951&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2FwO2_l_PCpZI%2F By Lois Privor-Dumm. We’ve all heard these words: “There is tremendous need here at home,” or “money in Africa has been wasted for so long.”   This is why this simple video from the ONE campaign struck me. Through a public health lens it is a no-brainer: of course you want to spend on cost–effective interventions that will save lives.  For others, while they admit that it is an admirable goal, the connection is not made.  In times of financial uncertainty, we have to be more careful with our money, don’t we? One of the best and prudent ways to invest though, is in future generations.  In the US, we provide all of our children the best chance at life, with fewer worries about preventable, devastating disease.  Imagine what that kind of security could do for a family in A... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4847951 Fri, 20 May 2011 13:27:50 +0100 4847951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841928&cid=t_91989_140_f&fid=35439&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F05%2Fjust-say-no-to-drugging-of-kids-for.html (Source: soulful sepulcher) soulful sepulcher blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841928 Thu, 19 May 2011 15:47:00 +0100 4841928 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841462&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Ftylenol-labels-need-better-dosing-information-for-kids.html Over-the-counter children's medications containing acetaminophen (Tylenol and generic) should list recommended doses for kids two and under, advisors to the Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday. Those products currently don’t contain such dosing instructions, increasing the risk of overdoses and side effects, including fatal liver failure. In a unanimous vote, the FDA's nonprescription drugs advisory committee and the pediatric advisory committee agreed that children's medications containing acetaminophen should contain recommended doses for kids 6 months to 2 years as well as dosing recommendations based on weight. The FDA doesn’t have to follow the advice from its advisory committees, but it often does. Bottom line: We agree the new recommendations make sense. Until ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841462 Thu, 19 May 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4841462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841581&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F05%2F19%2Fmuzzling-doctors-who-ask-questions-about-gun-safety%2F Imagine that your 16-year-old daughter has been bullied mercilessly in school, but hasn’t talked to you about it, or spoken about her suicidal impulses. One day, she is brought by ambulance to your local hospital emergency room, having made superficial cuts on her arms while in school. The emergency room physician tries to call you at work, but your cell phone isn’t picking up. The doctor begins her evaluation of your daughter, including an assessment of all relevant risk factors for suicide. Now imagine that the doctor believes she is forbidden by law from asking your daughter whether there are guns in your home — despite the fact that firearms in the home markedly increase the risk of gun-related suicide.1 You needn’t use much imagination. In Florida, Gov. Rick Scott is expec... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841581 Thu, 19 May 2011 10:38:43 +0100 4841581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841585&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F05%2F17%2Fnew-study-says-treating-mom-helps-childrens-mental-health%2F In this study, researchers learned that children’s improvement, in terms of both depressive symptoms and social functioning, is associated with the time it took their mothers to get better.” I sort of cringe when I read those facts because it took me two years to get better when I was severely depressed. My kids were the ages of one and three when my symptoms began, and they were three and five when I finally regained some stability. And yes, there were huge behavioral ramifications. Especially in my son. I suspect much of the anxiety he suffers today goes back to that frightening time in his life. Wall Street Journal columnist Melinda Beck writes about the new study in this week’s “Health Journal.” Beck mentions a report published in the journal Pediatrics that says at early a... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841585 Tue, 17 May 2011 22:15:42 +0100 4841585 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829216&cid=t_91989_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fjudge-rules-that-mom-with-breast-cancer-cant-parent%2F I have been following the story of Alaina Giordano, the North Carolina woman whose two children (ages 5 and 11) have been removed from her care and placed in the custody of their father because she has stage 4 breast cancer. It doesn’t matter that Giordano’s cancer is under control; it doesn’t seem to concern Judge Nancy Gordon that the children’s father lives in Chicago and that she is relocating the children far from their home. It only matters that this judge feels they will do better by being with the non-ill parent. Is Judge Gordon surmising that women with breast cancer can no longer parent? Since when did breast cancer take away our ability to be a loving, caring, and responsible parent? I wanted to write about this when I first heard about it from my editor last week.... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829216 Mon, 16 May 2011 18:18:14 +0100 4829216 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829084&cid=t_91989_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F4nxLYTlQzms%2F Conclusions Aerobic exercise seems to benefit overweight children not only physically but also mentally. These findings mirror the ones observed in the aging population. Aerobic exercise influences cognition through the increase of growth factors such as brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which leads to increased capillary blood supply to the brain and growth of both new neurons and synapses. With childhood obesity on the rise, these are very timely findings. In addition, exercise is a simple solution to increase physical health and mental performance. Something to tell to your school board, over and over! Related posts: Fitter bodies = fitter brains. True at all ages? Exercise as a Treatment for ADHD (Source: SharpBrains) SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829084 Mon, 16 May 2011 17:59:30 +0100 4829084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4828873&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Fstudy-finds-no-heart-risk-for-adhd-drugs-but-still-be-careful.html Drugs used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) might not pose as much of a risk to the heart as previously thought, suggests a study published online today in Pediatrics. But we think that children and adults with heart defects or other heart-related problems should continue to avoid the drugs for now, until the results from larger studies become available. ADHD drugs such as the amphetamine salt combination drug (Adderall and related generics), atomoxetine (Strattera), and methylphenidate (Concerta, Ritalin, and generic), currently carry a warning about the increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and sudden death. The new study, which reviewed the medical records of 241,417 kids ages three to 17, found no significant difference in the rate of attacks or strokes betwe... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4828873 Mon, 16 May 2011 14:10:00 +0100 4828873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829101&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-in-the-classroom%2Fadhd-and-children-%25e2%2580%2593-strengths-weaknesses-and-school.php The story behind ADHD and children is one of self regulation. Put in another way a push and pull struggle for self control. As you may already realize the inability to consistently self regulate behavior can throw up a myriad of roadblocks on the path to achieving ones goals. It is not unusual for a normal child to occasionally daydream, lose their homework, act impulsively, or get antsy at the dinner table when the Brussel sprouts are served. Hey, Brussel sprouts make me a little nervous as well. But when we are talking about ADHD and children we are talking about more than that occasional case of restlessness. The primary symptoms of ADHD are inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity or restlessness. There is also a long list of secondary symptoms including loss of self esteem and anxi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829101 Sat, 14 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4829101 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4820922&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F05%2F12%2Funderstanding-research-methodology-5-applied-and-basic-research%2F In conclusion, I will leave you with the words of Keith Stanovich: [I]t is probably a mistake to view the basic-versus-applied distinction solely in terms of whether a study has practical applications, because this difference often simply boils down to a matter of time.  Applied findings are of use immediately.  However, there is nothing so practical as a general and accurate theory. (2007, p.107) References Stanovich, K. (2007).  How to Think Straight About Psychology: 8th Edition.  Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon. Photo by Helen Cook, available under a Creative Commons attribution license. (Source: World of Psychology) World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4820922 Thu, 12 May 2011 19:55:10 +0100 4820922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4820924&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F05%2F12%2Fi-focused-on-who-i-wasnt-by-my-mid-30s%2F One reason that this blog has brought me so much happiness is that blogging has widened my circle of friends so much. I met Melanie Notkin because we’re both interested in using social media to engage with readers, and I’m very excited for her this week — her first book just hit the shelves, Savvy Auntie: The Ultimate Guide for Cool Aunts, Great-Aunts, Godmothers, and All Women Who Love Kids. In it, she shines a light on relationships that bring a tremendous amount of love and happiness — the bond among “aunties” and their nieces, nephews, god-children, etc. I knew Melanie has done a lot of thinking about happiness, so I was eager to hear what she had to say. Gretchen: What’s a simple activity that consistently makes you happier? Melanie: I call my... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4820924 Thu, 12 May 2011 12:27:26 +0100 4820924 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4820842&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F05%2Fsign-up-for-child-safety.html Teachers, parents, schools, caregivers—did you ever want to get the word out about recalls when you hear them? Now anyone can sign up and help spread the word about unsafe children’s toys, products, food—anything that gets recalled. Most recalls are issued by multiple government agencies. But The National School Safety Coalition's Click Check and Protect Campaign channels all those recalls into one news feed that can go straight to your inbox or phone, in a free weekly email. Last year alone, Consumers Union reported on 428 product recalls that resulted in 26 deaths and 632 injuries. That can change starting now, according to Jamie Schaefer-Wilson, associate director of multimedia outreach at Consumer Reports (one of the Coalition's partners): “This is an effort t... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4820842 Thu, 12 May 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4820842 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813490&cid=t_91989_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcauses-of-adhd-in-children-and-safe-effective-treatment-options.php Has science finally determined the causes of ADHD in children? And if so, are there certain things that you should make sure your child avoids. What are the best treatment options with the healthiest outcomes and fewest side effects? In this article, you’ll learn what you need to know to help your child with this disorder. Since cases of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder have skyrocketed in the last two decades, you would think that we’d know what causes it by now. Certainly, parents are asking what are the causes of ADHD in children, so they can help their kids, but many parents wonder if scientists are more focused on coming up with drugs that just mask the symptoms, rather than getting to the heart of this problem. While the causes of ADHD in children may still be up... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813490 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4813490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813231&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F10%2Fstrengthen-restrictions-on-health-threatening-chemicals-says-study%2F With growing evidence of the link between exposure to toxic chemicals and chronic diseases, especially in children, the United States needs to step up its efforts to protect the public from hazardous chemicals, say researchers writing in the May issue of Health Affairs. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), stymied by the outdated Toxic Substances Control [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813231 Tue, 10 May 2011 15:16:51 +0100 4813231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4803128&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2FaCTg-x0NxeE%2F The following is a guest post by Jenni Sunde. Jenni is a freelance fashion writer and pop culture junkie. She specializes in all things lifestyle-related. From home and design to health and beauty. With her love of art and all things beautiful, she delights in sharing her sense of style from her life to your computer monitor. Her title pegs her as an editor at a website that specializes in providing people with car insurance quotes, but her passion leads her into writing with a little more substance and a lot more heart. By Jenni Sunde. The benefits of a sound mind and body can be traced all the way back to ancient Greco-Roman cultures.  Despite how long the concepts behind mind and body connection have been around, they are frequently overlooked in our modern society.  The connectio... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4803128 Tue, 10 May 2011 13:25:07 +0100 4803128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872481&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2Ffht-X0H6iyI%2F It’s Not Your Fault! Hi!  Are you worried that your Mom or Dad drinks too much or uses drugs? You are right to be concerned— about their safety and health, about what will happen to you, about their embarrassing you or criticizing you unfairly, about breaking promises, about driving under the influence, and about lots of other things that create unpredictability and confusion. While you cannot stop your parent from drinking or using drugs, you can take steps to make things better for yourself. Facts You Should Know… One in four youth under age 18 lives in a family where a person abuses alcohol or suffers from alcoholism. Countless others are affected by a family member’s use of drugs. Remember: You are not alone. Lots of teens are in your situation and it’s important to addr... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872481 Mon, 09 May 2011 15:34:00 +0100 4872481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4803025&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=35747&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthaffairs.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F09%2Fpublic-coverage-programs-solving-the-enrollment-dilemma%2F Editor’s Note: In addition to Alain Enthoven and Leonard Schaeffer (photos and bios above), this post is coauthored by David Helwig and Phil Lebherz. Helwig retired as President and CEO West Region for WellPoint, Inc., and he also served as chief executive officer and president of Blue Cross of California. Lebherz is Chairman of LISI, [...] (Source: Health Affairs Blog) Health Affairs Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4803025 Mon, 09 May 2011 15:33:55 +0100 4803025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872482&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FNzuGazygTRo%2F Coupleship: How to Build a RelationshipA recovery book about the process of being in a relationship.Forming a happy, joy-filled partnership is one of the greater challenges. Through Coupleship, many can find greater understanding and tools to: Enhance a current marriageMake a decision about commitmentExplore ways to find a partnerLoving and being loved isn’t a skill, its a learned process sprinkled with a little magic. Explore, learn and understand.About the AuthorSharon Wegscheider-Cruse, is a nationally known consultant, educator and author.She was the founding chairperson of the National Association for Children of Alcoholics.She is a family therapist who has conducted workshops around the world and has consulted with the military, school systems, business and industry, treatment ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872482 Mon, 09 May 2011 14:10:00 +0100 4872482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4795078&cid=t_91989_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2F7iSWXKZ2S-s%2F Experts talk about the pros and cons of cash gifts, earned money, dole outs, and allowances. Parents wonder, which is right for their families. We may be missing the bigger picture. How our children get spending money is irrelevant. It’s what they learn about money that matters. When we say we want our children to know about money, what do we mean? Do we mean we want them to know how-to make it and how-to spend it? If we teach them the why we make money and why we spend money, they will know how-to. If money is the end, there will never be enough. If money is a means, there will be plenty. It is not necessary for children to have their own money to learn to manage money. They are learning by everything we do – how we hide it, how we spend it, if we share it, and if we waste it. ... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4795078 Fri, 06 May 2011 17:04:38 +0100 4795078 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872486&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F7rStxdPvF-I%2F This is a key video about Bulimia from Face The Issue and narrated by Catherine Zeta-Jones.Catherine Zeta-Jones in Legend of ZorroThis is a quote from a sufferer of Bulimia.for the past week i keep binging..ive been on a diet now since about 4 months or so and ive lost [edit]… i was doing really good and i hardly ever binged maybe once in the whole time.. all of a sudden in the past 2 weeks ive binged (and then purged) about 6 times.. i dont know whats wrong with me.. i feel so out of control.. i hate purging i know not even half the food comes up and then i feel guilty im really scared to gain weight again, i promise myself i wont do it the next day and then i do.. i just want control over my mind again but it seems liek i cant get control of it.someone please help.. Share, print or... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872486 Fri, 06 May 2011 15:50:01 +0100 4872486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872487&cid=t_91989_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F44G-oFFWOsQ%2F A classic recovery book for adult children of alcoholics.Have you ever said that to yourself? Or, I’ll never be like …? First published 20 years ago, It Will Never Happen to Me is the definitive book/workbook for adult children of alcoholics. With her reassuring and informative approach, Claudia Black expertly identifies common issues faced by children who grew up in alcoholic families–shame, neglect, unreasonable role expectations, and physical abuse. Using narratives and profiles, she describes survival techniques characteristic of children raised in alcoholic families, including the unspoken laws of don’t talk, don’t trust, and don’t feel. First explaining how such learned responses cause difficulties in adulthood, Black carefully guides readers in identifyi... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872487 Fri, 06 May 2011 15:50:00 +0100 4872487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4789236&cid=t_91989_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Fnew-fda-guidelines-tips-for-preventing-overdose-of-childrens-liquid-meds-1.html The U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants to make it a little harder for the medicine to go down. Over-the-counter children's medicine, that is, such as cough syrups, pain relievers, and cold remedies. It's released new guidelines saying such remedies should include a device that helps minimize the risk of overdose. Most OTC liquid medicines do come with a "dosage delivery device"—plastic cups, droppers, and spoons, for examples. But the new FDA guidelines specifically recommend to drug makers: Dosage delivery devices should be included for all orally ingested OTC liquid drug products. Devices should be marked with calibrated units of liquid measurement (e.g. teaspoon, tablespoon, or milliliter) that are the same as the units of liquid measure specified in the directions for t... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4789236 Thu, 05 May 2011 18:15:00 +0100 4789236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4789332&cid=t_91989_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F05%2F05%2Fhelping-schools-with-their-mental-health-needs%2F May is Mental Health Month (if you hadn’t heard), and in keeping with that theme, it’s good to check in to see where mental health resides in various places in society. One of those places is in our schools. Schools can be a helpful frontline in the identification — through screening programs — of at-risk children and teens who may get a mental disorder. In the past decade, schools have also become a necessary component of ensuring students who need mental health treatment have access to something that can help. But University of Missouri researchers caution that when it comes to mental health programs in schools, one size does not fit all. Just trying to implement research-based solutions without truly understanding what the problem is in a particular school or sch... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4789332 Thu, 05 May 2011 16:45:24 +0100 4789332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4789536&cid=t_91989_136_f&fid=37852&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdonnatrussell.com%2F2011%2F05%2F05%2Fhappy-mothers-day%2F With love to my mom, and in memory of my grandmother. Images in the video hark back to another time — both my own childhood and my mother’s. Song by jangle-pop band Downy Mildew depicts an artistic (songwriter?) mother seeking solitude by reasoning with her young child. First pic in the video is my mom with her brand new baby (me). Last pic is me on my grandmother’s lap. Next to us is my mom, my big sister and assorted relatives. Filed under: Music Tagged: children, downy mildew, family, grandmother, left foot down, mother, mother's day (Source: Donna Trussell) Donna Trussell blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4789536 Thu, 05 May 2011 10:12:47 +0100 4789536