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| Survive Eating Disorders With Depression Treatment | | 2008-08-24 21:47:00 | | While the continuing efforts of health organizations and other concerned groups against the “idealized” concept of thinness are resulting in improved eating habits and self-image for a lot of people, there are still those that struggle with their weight, eating habits, and personal demons. To Eat or Not to Eat? Recent studies indicated that at least eight million Americans are suffering from eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, anorexia nervosa, and bulimia nervosa. Of this number, seven million are women from varying age ranges. According to statistics gathered by the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, 20% of people who suffer from eating disorders die prematurely due to complications like suicide and heart diseases. Twenty percent may not shock people who think they are invincible �" that binge-eating and purging will not harm them at all �" but that percentage includes young girls and women; young lives that have been wasted without the i... | | By: Health Care Guide | | |
| | Pancreaticobiliary Disorders Free Download eBook | | 2008-07-18 22:48:32 | | The Clinician's Guide to Pancreaticobiliary Disorders(The Clinician's Guide to GI Series)by Gregory Ginsberg, Nuzhat Amad (Editors)Paperback: 400 pagesPublisher: Slack Incorporated; 1 edition (October 1, 2005)ISBN: 1556426941 Book DescriptionThe Clinician's Guide to Pancreaticobiliary Disorders comprehensively examines the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of disorders of the pancreatic and biliary systems. The reader-friendly format enables gastroenterologists , surgeons, and radiologists to locate and learn about specific topics or conditions of interest.Designed as a practical guide for clinicians, this resource profiles and analyzes an array of conditions. Richly illustrated with images, drawings, figures, and tables, The Clinician's Guide to Pancreaticobiliary Disorders helps the visual learner enhance understanding of both common and uncommon disorders. Additionally, a four-page color atlas with nine full color photographs is included to further enhance the... | | By: Free Download Electronics,Computer,General eBooks | | |
| | Attention Disorders Free Download eBook | | 2008-07-18 22:47:01 | | Therapist's Guide to Learning and Attention Disorders (Practical Resources for the Mental Health Professional)Editors: Aubrey H. Fine, Ronald A. Kotkin Product DetailsPages: 579Publisher: Academic PressPublication date: August 12, 2003ISBN: 0122564308Price: 65 $Format: PDFSize: 5.92 MBSummary:Practitioners seeking the most current advances in the field of ADHD and LD must often bridge the gap between research and practice. The Therapist's Guide to Learning and Attention Disorders provides that bridge through the authors, who are both researchers and practitioners with extensive experience in providing direct services to children and adults with ADHD and LD. Practitioners are often faced with the choice of reading research or consulting text that suggest strategies or techniques for serving children and adults with ADHD that are not base on research. This book provides practitioners a translation of research to practice in one source. This book provides practical forms, illustrations,... | | By: Free Download Electronics,Computer,General eBooks | | |
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| Disorders of the Chest free download ebook | | 2008-07-17 23:20:51 | | Book DescriptionThe spectrum of occupational and environmental diseases has changed markedly in recent years. New industrial processes have led to the production and use of a wide range of chemicals, metals, and alloys, an increasing number of which have been reported to cause interstitial lung disease in exposed workers. Thus, while the workforce in coal mining and asbestos handling has decreased, new groups of workers are at risk of exposure to agents potentially responsible for pneumoconiosis. This well-illustrated book, written by internationally acclaimed experts, provides a comprehensive approach to modern imaging of environmental and occupational diseases of the chest. The first part of the book addresses the basic knowledge required to understand imaging in this context, while the second focuses on the imaging results achieved in a variety of specific disorders. There is particular emphasis on thin-section computed tomography since this technique facilitates the detection of ea... | | By: Free Download Electronics,Computer,General eBooks | | |
| | Here Are Some Lesser Known Eating Disorders | | 2008-07-16 00:40:00 | | It seems when you think of eating disorders it’s always bulimia or anorexia that pop into your mind. Well, this kind of thinking is dangerous as there are many more disorders out there that fly under the radar. It’s important to know all the dangerous, self-destructive behaviors that do exist. The more we know about eating disorders the better we’ll be able to properly treat different... | | By: Fast weight loss? | | |
| | Common Skin Conditions and Disorders | | 2008-07-13 09:07:19 | | Skin conditions come in many forms, all with their own unique treatment recommendations. Most frequently experienced include eczema (atopic dermatitis), psoriasis, folliculitis and, of course, breakouts. These diseases can leave you with a whole laundry list of symptoms, some more troublesome than others and can show up as an itchy condition, pigmentation disorders, extremely dry skin conditions, sores and other less than stunning appearances. Dealing with most skin conditions requires a trip to the dermatologist and, in some cases, advanced skincare. Solar Damage - Far and away the skin's biggest enemy, the sun can have a dramatic impact on all facets of the derma from wrinkles to age spots to problems with the underlying layers that support and nourish. Skin conditions resulting from sun damage often lead to advanced procedures such as laser peels, chemical procedures and photorejuvenation.Rashes - Rash is a generic term for a large number of conditions. Most infections and bacteria ... | | By: Skin Care Treatment Natural Tips | | |
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| Justin Timberlake’s Disorders | | 2008-06-24 22:09:45 | | Justin has confessed that he suffers from both OCD and ADD. OCD or Obsessive Compulsive disorder is categorized as an anxiety disorder and is characterized by recurring and unwanted obsessions and compulsions. Fellow sufferers of OCD include David Beckham, Cameron Diaz and Jessica Alba. Timberlake also admits that his ‘hyped up’ spirit during concerts and [...]... | | By: Gossip Boulevard | | |
| | Evening primrose oil for Eczema, Diabetes, Menstrual Disorders, and Joint Pains | | 2008-06-19 04:36:25 | | This supplement is a boon for women who experience the trauma of menstrual cramps every month. It is known by its name because its light yellow flowers open at dusk. The oil of evening primrose is very rich in polysaturated comega-6 fatty acids, which are necessary fatty acids that body needs to complete numerous functions including insulin absorption, regulating the heart, and regulating mood. The body does not manufacture these fatty acids on its own, so they have to be taken as food or food supplements. Aside from the omega-6 fatty acids, evening primrose oil has linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid (“GLA”). Both of these acids are very important and very beneficial to general well-being. GLA accounts for most of the supplement's therapeutic effects. Eczema: One of the leading uses of evening primrose oil is to treat eczema, an allergic skin condition that may develop if the body has trouble converting fats derived from food into GLA. In a study of 60 people with eczema GLA i... | | By: be fit and fine with nutrition and supplements | | |
| | Zac Browser for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders | | 2008-06-14 17:18:51 | | ZAC is a web browser specifically designed for children with autism, and autism spectrum disorders such as Asperger syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, (PDD), and PDD-NOS.
ZAC is for "for their enjoyment, enrichment, and freedom. Children touch it, use it, play it, interact with it, and experience independence through ZAC….. ZAC is [...]... | | By: Blogging Sueblimely | | |
| | Skipping Sleep can Create Mental Disorders | | 2008-05-28 10:07:37 | | If you are making a habit out of skipping sleep for the sake of doing more, you may want to reconsider that choice. Based on a study, skipping sleep is leaving potential room for mental deficiencies, probably because your brain may be taking too much load trying to keep you awake.
So just like any [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | DISORDERS OF THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM | | 2008-05-23 20:25:22 | | Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)Angina PectorisSinus TachycardiaSinus BradycardiaAtrial FibrillationPremature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs)Ventricular TachycardiaMyocardial Infarction (MI)Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary AngioplastyCoronary Artery Bypass SurgeryCongestive Heart Failure (CHF)Pulmonary EdemaPacemakersCardiac ArrestCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)EndocarditisPericarditisCardiac TamponadeHypertensionArteriosclerosis ObliteransThromboangiitis Obliterans (Buerger's Disease)Raynaud's PhenomenonAneurysmsAbdominal Aortic AneurysmFemoral-Popliteal Bypass SurgeryVenous Stasis UlcersThrombophlebitisPulmonary EmbolismVaricose VeinsAmputation... | | By: angelite nurses | | |
| | Anti-Aging: Sleep Disorders Age Us Faster and Hasten the Onset of Disease | | 2008-05-23 09:23:00 | | Nearly a decade ago, researchers at the University of Chicago discovered that not getting enough sleep does a lot more than make us feel tired the next day. Chronic lack of sleep can obstruct basic metabolism and hormone production in the same way that aging does, and has the same signs as the early stages of diabetes. If you chronically toss and turn, or wake up feeling unrested, it’s time to ask your doctor if you are suffering from one of the many treatable sleep disorders.Sleep researchers have amassed a list of sleep disorders as long as your arm, some with pretty complex names and text-book style descriptions. They encompass the gamut of mental, emotional and physical problems -- almost everything you could think of that might keep you awake tossing and turning, waking and sleeping, all night long. The bottom line is that almost all sleep disorders can be treated, and if it’s interfering with your life, it should be treated. Lousy sleep for weeks on end can make you older and... | | By: Health Care Guide | | |
| | Anxiety Disorders Explained | | 2008-05-09 21:02:33 | | Anxiety is a normal, and often useful, emotional response. However when it becomes excessive or chronic and disrupts your life, then you may have an anxiety disorder. The Anxiety Disorders Association of America identify 6 main Anxiety Disorders which are described in this article. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) GAD is a sense of not being in control of your anxiety. Even when you know that your beliefs are incorrect. If you are worrying about two or more issues for six months or more, and the worry is far disproportionate to any real threat then GAD may be indicated. You may also get physical symptoms such as muscle aches, tension, headaches, stomach aches, or insomnia. Panic Disorder Panic attacks seem to be unprovoked, overwhelming, and come out of the blue. I they continue you may begin fearing the next one. You suddenly experience an overwhelming sense of impending doom, terror, and fear. Physical symptoms include trouble breathing, chest tightness, a pounding heart, light-he... | | By: Health Care Guide | | |
| | Sleep Disorders a Preliminary towards Parkinson’s Disease | | 2008-04-17 14:33:24 | | We all know that sooner or later, sleep disorders will lead to something more serious as far as our health is concerned. Apparently, there have been a lot of known illnesses associated with it and Parkinson’s disease is one that may be inherited from it.
Rapid Eye Movement (REM) can lead to Parkinson’s disease if [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | Trinucleotide Repeat Disorders | | 2008-04-08 21:11:00 | | Trinucleotide repeat disorders (also known as trinucleotide repeat expansion disorders, triplet repeat expansion disorders or codon reiteration disorders) are a set of genetic disorders caused by trinucleotide repeats in certain genes exceeding the normal, stable, threshold, which differs per gene. The mutation is a subset of unstable microsatellite repeats that occur throughout all genomic sequences. If the repeat is present in a healthy gene, a dynamic mutation may increase the repeat count and result in a defective gene.Trinucleotide repeat disorders are classified as a type of Non-Mendelian inheritanceTri Nucleotide RepeatSince the early 90’s, a new class of molecular disease has been characterized based upon the presence of unstable and abnormal expansions of DNA-triplets (trinucleotides). The first triplet disease to be identified was fragile X syndrome that has since been mapped to the long arm of the X chromosome. At this point, there are from 230 to 4000 CGG repeats in the g... | | By: Biosolution | | |
| | Allergies Cause Infant Sleep Disorders | | 2008-03-20 13:07:12 | | We often observe that kids would sneeze or even suddenly get up to scratch that itch when they are in bed. When we see these things, we can only try to assist and soothe them through giving lotions or even simply being there to guide them. But wait a minute; shouldn’t we also consider the [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | Women Suffer More from Sleep Disorders | | 2008-03-12 15:37:51 | | Ordinarily, you would think that men would have sleep disorders due to work and some social issues that keep them awake at night. But apparently, based on this finding, it seems that women are getting the rawer end of the deal.
This does not mean of course that women have more shortcomings than men. It [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | | Internet Tools to Mediate Sleep Disorders | | 2008-03-05 10:57:21 | | Technology has been known to provide us with solutions and sleep disorders are not about to be left behind. Using the medium of the Internet to determine the dysfunctional problems that we have to deal with before we get good sleep needs to be monitored and analyzed. Today, there is a new tool that is [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | Sunlight, Genetic Factor the Causes of Skin Pigmentation Disorders | | 2008-02-28 13:08:00 | | Skin pigmentation disorders is a kind of harmless skin disease but its presence causes facial skin of someone looks unwell, besides affecting the individual appearance.Skin pigmentation in community understanding falls into two types which are:Skin discoloration (flat black spot in skin layer or seeds like small growth on the skin), pigmentation problems are like melasma, freckles or solar lentigines.Skin blemishes or growth are like seborrhoeic keratoses (black spot that arise like mole, sprouted in clusters or colonies), actinic keratoses and skin tag (excess skin in brown or black color) usually grew on the neck, face and gap armpit.Although skin pigmentation is pertained as a skin disease, it does not raise any harm except if the methods of treatment and material used are not suitable or the physical act on the pigmented skin vicinity such as pinching and pulling that able to cause wound, bleeding, and suppurate the areas with problem.Discolorations around lips,anexample of discolo... | | By: My Health | | |
| | Too Tired to Think? Sleep Disorders - From A to ZZZ’s | | 2008-02-01 02:52:54 | | For people who are tired of the usual issues surrounding their sleeping habits, here is an event that you may want to check out. Winthrop-University Hospital’s Perspectives in Health community education series will sponsor a free lecture for the public, on Tuesday, February 12, at 7:00 PM at Winthrop’s Community Outreach Center, 101 Mineola Boulevard [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | | | The Eating Disorders You Don’t Know About | | 2008-01-28 13:01:14 | | Eating disorders are more prevalent in our society than ever before. Learn about some of the less-known disorders that might be affecting your family. There are more eating disorders plaguing families than you think.
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| | | | Mental Disorders from Sleep Apnea | | 2008-01-23 03:47:31 | | All people reach an age where mental impairment would occur. However, one thing that people don’t know that sleep related issues may have something to do with it as well. Apparently, sleep-breathing problems may contribute towards affecting older people at some point and provide mental disorders which are expected to occur at some elderly state. [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | Eating disorders | | 2008-01-15 21:42:07 | | Signs and symptoms
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Eating disorders are a broad group of serious conditions in which you’re so preoccupied with food and weight that you can often focus on little else. The main types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder, and there are also many subtypes.
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| | LATE BLEEDING DISORDERS | | 2007-11-19 16:38:00 | | PREMATURE LABORAre uterine contractions occurring before 37th week of gestationRISK FACTORS HIT-MPHPNIncompetent cervixThird trimester bleedingMultiple gestationPolyhydramnios (excessive amount of Amniotic fluid)CLINICAL MANIFESTATION(Primary) Contractions occurring in increasing frequency & intensity Premature ROM (rupture of membranes)MANAGEMENT If there is (-) bleeding & (-) Cervical Dilation1. Administration of TOCOLYTIC MEDICINES = meds used to suppress contractionsa) RITODRINE (Yutopar) = muscle relaxant to control Uterine contractionSIDE EFFECTSHypotensionTachycardiaAltered fetal heart rateNursing alert! Monitor FHR, if greater than 180bpm (NORMAL: 120-160) CR, if greater than 120bpm (NORMAL: 80-100) Notify the MD!b) ISOXSUPRINE (Vasodilan) = Intravenous (IV) vasodilatorSIDE EFFECTSHypotensionTachycardiac) TERBUTALINE (Bricanyl) = bronchodilatorSIDE EFFECTSTachycardiaNervousness & tremord) ETHYL ALCOHOL (Ethanol) = is given to block the release of Oxytocin; thru IVSI... | | By: Philippine Nurse | | |
| | EARLY BLEEDING DISORDERS | | 2007-11-18 10:40:00 | | ABORTION any interruption / termination of a pregnancy before the age of viability (20th week of gestation). Usually spontaneous abortions (75-80% happen on the 2nd & 3rd month). RISK FACTORS PETE-PEM1. Presence of Acute Infections (German measles).2. Endocrine disturbance (Progesterone Therapy / Hypothyroidism → meds can cause abortion). PTU – Prophylthiouracil.3. Trauma (a fall from the stairs)4. Exposure to Teratogens5. Psychological Factors6. Evidence of Malnutrition7. Maternal Factors ( C F S ) Chronic InfectionsFibroid TumorsStructural Uterine Anomalies↓ hemoglobin (bleeding) if less than 10.5g/dl = + abortionTYPES OF ABORTION SISpontaneous Abortion TIMH1. Threatened Abortion - slight to moderate, bright red vaginal bleeding, mild back & lower abdominal cramping. No cervical dilation & no passage of products of conceptionManagement Complete bed rests (24-48 hrs.) no bathroom privilegePt. may be sedated to avoid movementsCoitus is prohibited 2 wks. after bleeding... | | By: Philippine Nurse | | |
| | More Studies Called for Sleep Disorders | | 2007-10-30 10:02:46 | | Sleep disorders are growing rampantly and to date, there have only been a handful of explanations that lead to why this has been occurring frequently. Many are suffering and the numbers continue to grow. Just like any illness we all find ourselves in, there always has to be a need to break it down to [...]... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | Nursing Reference: Movement Disorders | | 2007-10-10 15:11:00 | | Nursing Reference: Movement Disorders Slide Transcript
Slide 1: Movement disorders* * Except Parkinsonism and tremor Submitted to AskTheNeurologist.Com in 2007 Author Anon.
Slide 2: What is a Movement disorder? “ A disorder which impairs the regulation of voluntary motor activity without directly affecting strength, sensation or cerebellar function ” • Sometimes also known as “
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| | How Often Do Sleep Disorders Strike? | | 2007-09-19 17:38:49 | | We all hear about the growing concern for sleep-related disorders such as insomnia and sleep apnea. To some it is not yet a big deal considering they have not bouts with it yet. But sleep disorders are not constrained towards these two popular sleeping disorders. It can also be categorized into the following:
Sleep Eating
Sleep Paralysis
Sexsomnia
Pseudoinsomnia
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| | Thought Disorders | | 2007-09-18 13:19:00 | | Thought Disorders Slideshow Transcript
Slide 1: Unit 4: Thought Disorders and Medications Schizophrenia in Focus
Slide 2: Schizophrenia: Bleuler’s 4-A’s AFFECT: flat, blunted, inappropriate or bizarre affect AMBIVALENCE: holding opposing opinions or attitudes at the same time ASSOCIATIVE LOOSENESS: Jumbled, illogical thinking AUTISM: living in one’s own fantasy world—turned in to the
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| | | Mental Disorders Treatment | | 2007-08-27 13:07:35 | | Psychiatrists use a number of treatments for mental disorders. The two main types of treatments are somatic therapy and psychotherapy.
Treatments for Mental Disorders
1. Somatic Therapy
Somatic Therapy usually involves the use of medications. One commonly used group of medications are neuroleptic drugs, sometimes called antipsychotics. These drugs are used [...]... | | By: Health Motivator | | |
| | Psychiatric Disorders | | 2007-08-25 01:00:44 | | Early Substance Abuse Increases Likelihood of Developing Psychiatric Disorders in Late Twenties
Mental disorders are characterized by a variety of symptoms, such as abnormal moods or behaviour, excessive anxiety, and hallucinations. These symptoms often upset the person who experiences them and may interfere with the person’s ability to lead a normal life. The causes [...]... | | By: Health Motivator | | |
| | GIT DISORDERS IN INFANTS | | 2007-08-21 21:20:00 | | First step of digestion: Chewing1. Cleft Lip 2. Cleft Palate 3. Tracheoesophageal Fistula 4. Gastroesophageal Reflux 5. (Pylorus) – Pyloric Stenosis 6. (Small Intestine) - Intussusception 7. (Large Intestine) - Hirschsprung 8. imperforate Anus CLEFT LIP Failure of the maxillary & median nasal process to fuse Congenital deformity. Common among males Several staggered suture line to minimize notching SIGNS & SYMPTOMS Difficulty in feeding Mouth breathing - air & infxn SURGICAL TREATMENT: Ideal is 6 - 12weeks oldSurgical Readiness: 10 wks old, 10 g of Hgb, at least 10 lbs., Procedure: close the defect called Cheiloplasty PRE-OPFeeding Technique: Dropper with SAP POST-OP Position: SUPINE never Prone (No head control) Promote Arm & Elbow Restraint Prevent Tension on suture lines: Anticipate the needs to avoid crying. Use of Logan’s Device (Bow / Bar)Anticipate Respiratory distress due to swelling of post-op area. Clean the suture line after feeding: sterile water or CBW CLEFT... | | By: Philippine Nurse | | |
| | Stalking, Eating Disorders: Recovery Is Real | | 2007-07-15 18:34:00 | | I've been stalked.I've been stalked twice.The police did nothing.My college did nothing.My fear remained.I learned to numb it.I learned to numb every horrible thing that happened to me by not eating.I thought this was all behind me.I did.It's still hard to accept that I was stalked.I thought the reason that no authority figure took action was because they couldn't believe that anyone would waste their time stalking me. I thought to admit that I was being stalked was an admission of being self-centered. As if I was self-absorbed.Who would want to waste their time stalking me? It must be all in my head. It must. Just ignore it and it will go away. It didn't.It was happening.I was denying it.And, as anyone who has been stalked knows, the stalker thrives on isolating their victim.The first time I ever told anyone, outside of my parents and the police, was when I was working in victim assistance in NYC. They ran a program for victims of stalking. I spoke to the Director of the program ... | | By: ED Survivors Club | | |
| | A Root of Sleep Disorders | | 2007-07-07 07:38:38 | | Many people are wondering what is the exact origin of a sleep disorder that they experience at night. A lot of this comes from the subconscious mind of people when they are fully awake. Images and visions haunt them when they get to sleep and while most are not aware, these are carried on and sometimes become nightmares.
It is something that is evident that we usually store in our minds what we experience or see. Hence, such is one root of sleep disorders, something that deprives people of proper sleeping habits today.
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| | Comedy Spoofs about Sleep Disorders | | 2007-06-26 08:46:36 | | We can make fun of it but the real issue will never really be resolved. Many people have found ways to make serious problems such as sleep disorders hilarious as they deem fit.
While for other people, it would be good to make fun and compile the videos, commercials and other excerpts from time to time. But to get down to business and find out the true threat of sleep disorders is something that should still be given emphasis.
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| | Therapy for Schizophrenia and Sleep Disorders | | 2007-06-22 11:17:46 | | With the growing concern that has been seen from the rising cases of sleep disorders and maintenance, clinical breakthroughs and therapies are in the works for most parts of the world to put this problem in check. No longer is lack of sleep a psychological problem. It has evolved into a serious problem that stems from various problems including work and mentally related endeavors. Sleep has gone beyond bounds when people seem to forego it in lieu of being more productive. Honestly, it is the other way around.
Companies such as Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc. are continuously trying to find remedies and therapies to insure the health and maintenance of people suffering from sleep disorders such as Insomnia and Schizophrenia.
To know more about the facts of sleeping maintenance and disorders as well as the known medical illnesses that have been rising one after another, complete details can be found here:
Intra-Cellular Therapies Initiates Phase I Clinical Program For Schizophrenia And Sl... | | By: Sleepzine | | |
| | Bad Grades Linked To Sleeping Disorders | | 2007-06-13 09:46:29 | |
A new study by Alyssa Bachmann, of Chappaqua Public Schools in New York finds a direct link between sleep disorder and bad grades. This holds true particularly in subjects like English and Maths (now they tell me).
“This study, which identified the relationship between the prevalence of symptoms of sleep disorders and academic performance in second and third graders, found that screening students at school with a validated school-based instrument may identify students to be referred for appropriate medical and/or behavioral treatment,” said Bachmann.
Via Science Daily
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| | New Rooms In Sleep Disorders Center In St. Elizabeth Medical Center | | 2007-05-24 11:35:58 | |
Losing sleep? Then check yourself into the new state of the art sleep-friendly rooms in the Sleep Disorders Center at St. Elizabeth Medical Center’s Edgewood campus. The rooms will put any hotel to shame with its ceiling fans, soft colors, black-out shades, extra insulation and comfortable mattresses! The rooms have also been equipped with cameras to observe patients sleeping patterns.
Via Cincinnati Post
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| | NCP Bipolar Disorders | | 2007-05-14 03:16:00 | | DSM-IV 296.xx Bipolar I disorder 296.0x Single manic episode 296.40 Most recent episode hypomanic 296.4x Most recent episode manic 296.6x Most recent episode mixed 296.7 Most recent episode unspecified 296.5x Most recent episode depressed 296.89 Bipolar II disorder (recurrent major depressive episodes with hypomania) 301.13 Cyclothymic disorder 296.80 Bipolar disorder NOS Bipolar disorders are characterized by recurrent mood swings of varying degree from depression to elation with intervening periods of normalcy. Milder mood swings such as cyclothymia may be manifested or viewed as everyday creativity rather than an illness requiring treatment. Hypomania can actually enhance artistic creativity and creative thinking/ problem-solving. This plan of care focuses on treatment of the manic phase. (Note: Bipolar II disorder is characterized by periods of depression and hypomania, but without manic episodes.) Refer to CP: Depressive Disorders for care of depressive episode. ETIOLOGICAL THEORIES Psychodynamics Psychoanalytical theory explains the cyclic behaviors of mania and depression as a response to conditional love from the primary caregiver. The child is maintained in a dependent position, and ego development is disrupted. This gives way to the development of a punitive superego (anger turned inward or depression) or a strong id (uncontrollable impulsive behavior or mania). In the psychoanalytical model, mania is viewed as the mirror image of depression, a “denial of depression.†Biological There is increasing evidence to indicate that genetics plays a strong role in the predisposition to bipolar disorder. Research suggests a combination of genes may create this predisposition. Incidence among relatives of affected individuals is higher than in the general population. Biochemically there appear to be increased levels of the biogenic amine norepinephrine in the brain, which may account for the increased activity of the manic individual. Family Dyn... | | By: Nursing Care Plan | | |
| | NCP Hallucinogen Phencyclidine and Cannabis Related Disorders | | 2007-05-14 02:58:00 | | DSM-IV HALLUCINOGEN-RELATED/induced DISORDERS 292.89 Hallucinogen intoxication 292.81 Intoxication delirium 292.89 Hallucinogen persisting perception disorder (flashbacks) 292.89 Hallucinogen-induced anxiety disorder 292.84 Hallucinogen-induced mood disorder PHENCYCLIDINE (OR PHENCYCLIDINE-LIKE)/induced DISORDERS 292.89 Phencyclidine intoxication 292.81 Intoxication delirium 292.11 Induced psychotic disorder with delusions 292.12 Induced psychotic disorder with hallucinations CANNABIS-RELATED/induced DISORDERS 292.89 Cannabis intoxication 292.81 Intoxication delirium 292.89 Cannabis-induced anxiety disorder Hallucinogenic substances can distort an individual’s perception of reality, altering sensory perception, and inducing hallucinations. For this reason, these substances are referred to as “mind expanding.†They are highly unpredictable in the effects they may induce each time they are used, and adverse reactions, including “flashbacks,†can recur at any time, even without current use of the drug. Hallucinogens have been used as part of religious ceremonies and at social gatherings by Native Americans for more than 2000 years. Therapeutic uses for LSD have been proposed; however, more research is required. At this time, no real evidence speaks to the safety and efficacy of LSD in humans. Of the drugs that produce mood and perceptual changes varying from sensory illusions to hallucinations, the most popular and well-known are ergot and related compounds (LSD, morning glory seeds), phenyl alkylamines (mescaline, “STP,†and MDMA or “Ecstasyâ€), and indole alkaloids (DMT). A separate classification of drugs includes phencyclidine (PCP, “angel dust,†HOG) and similarly acting compounds such as ketamine (Ketalar) and the thiophene analogue of phencyclidine (TCP). Although these drugs have an entirely different chemical structure, they can have similar hallucinogenic effects and therefore are included here. Additionally, cannabis (... | | By: Nursing Care Plan | | |
| | NCP Stimulants Amphetamines, cocaine, caffeine, and nicotine and Inhalant Related Disorders | | 2007-05-14 02:53:00 | | DSM-IV AMPHETAMINE-INDUCED DISORDERS 292.81 Intoxication delirium 292.89 Amphetamine intoxication 292.0 Amphetamine withdrawal 292.11 Psychotic disorders with delusions 292.12 Psychotic disorders with hallucinations CAFFEINE-INDUCED DISORDERS 305.90 Caffeine intoxication 292.89 Caffeine-induced anxiety disorder 292.89 Caffeine-induced sleep disorder COCAINE-INDUCED DISORDERS 292.89 Cocaine intoxication 292.0 Cocaine withdrawal 292.81 Intoxication delirium INHALANT-INDUCED DISORDERS 292.89 Inhalant intoxication 292.81 Inhalant intoxication delirium 292.84 Inhalant-induced mood disorder 292.89 Inhalant-induced anxiety disorder NICOTINE-INDUCED DISORDER 292.0 Nicotine withdrawal (For additional listings, consult DSM-IV.) Stimulants are natural and manufactured drugs that speed up the nervous system. They can be swallowed, injected, inhaled, or smoked. These substances are identified by the behavioral stimulation and psychomotor agitation that they induce. They differ widely in their molecular structures and in their mechanisms of action. The most prevalent and widely used stimulants are caffeine and nicotine. Caffeine is readily available as a common ingredient in coffee, tea, colas, and chocolate. Nicotine is a primary substance in tobacco products. These are generally accepted as a part of our culture, are not usually seen in overdose situations, and are included here for information only. Other more potent stimulants (e.g., cocaine, amphetamines, and nonamphetamine stimulants) are regulated by the Controlled Substance Act. They are available for therapeutic purposes by prescription but are also widely available on the illicit drug market. The potential for overdose and even death is high. Inhalant substances such as gasoline, glue, paint/paint thinners, spray paints, cleaning compounds, and correction fluid, to name a few, are not classified as stimulants; however, the intoxicating effects of these products and their therapeutic interventions... | | By: Nursing Care Plan | | |
| | NCP Elimination Disorders Enuresis / Encopresis | | 2007-05-14 02:41:00 | | DSM-IV 307.6 Enuresis (not due to a general medical condition) 307.7 Encopresis without constipation and overflow incontinence 787.6 Encopresis with constipation and overflow incontinence The DSM-IV defines enuresis/encopresis as repeated involuntary (or, much more rarely, intentional) voiding/passage of feces into places not appropriate for that purpose, after attaining the developmental level at which continence is expected. If continence has not been achieved, the condition can be termed “functional†or “primary.†The period of continence necessary to differentiate between primary and secondary enuresis/encopresis is now considered to be 1 year. There does seem to be a significant relationship between enuresis and encopresis, although neither condition can be the direct effect of a general medical condition (e.g., diabetes, spina bifida, seizure activity) to be included in this category. ETIOLOGICAL FACTORS Psychodynamics Numerous psychological interpretations exist speculating on the dynamics of toilet training and the significance of flushing bodily fluids down the toilet. Freudian theory places the fixation at the anal stage of development whereby the child fails to neutralize libidinal urges, and the aggressive impulses are fused with the pleasure of controlling bodily functions. Expulsion of feces or urination and untimed feces or urination or intentionally placing the feces in inappropriate places elicits hostility from parents. Loss of bodily functions leads to loss of self-respect, loss of friends, and feelings of shame and isolation. Biological Learning to control urination/defecation is a developmental task most likely achieved by age 4 or 5 and requires a mechanically effective anatomy. In some enuretic children, abnormalities in regulation of vasopressor/antidiuretic hormone (ADH) have been evidenced, with ADH regulation being linked to both the dopaminergic and serotonergic systems. A theory of developmental delay suggests there is a... | | By: Nursing Care Plan | | |
| | Quality Education - Mainstreaming Autism-Spectrum Disorders (ASD) - update 10/23/06 Rough Start to new School Year | | 2006-10-23 16:55:00 | | qualityg for a while has been working with special education children in an educational school system environment. My primary focus is children with Autism-Spectrum Disorders (ASD)Both Newsweek and Time Magazines did articles this month (May 2006) on the subject. There is so much misconception about these disabilities it is frighten especially when it comes to mainstreaming these children into general education settings.I’m not going to get into the debate of whether or not they should be in a general education class because it is the law, and being a law each child should have the right to learn in the best possible environment.The biggest problem in the schools is the lack of education/understanding of these disabilities from the general education teachers, administrators, special education teachers and aides. There will be no shortage of children with this disability coming into your schools, just people who are trained. If you don't believe me check with your elementary special ... | | By: qualityg says ... | | |
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