NetWellness Articles

Autism Resources and Insurance

Patricia Cloppert BSFS — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Autism

Any therapy can cost a lot of money, and parents faced with a diagnosis of autism may not know where to begin.

Programs and Services

The Autism Society of America is a highly recommended resource that provides a compr. . .

Handling Autistic Violence in the Classroom

Eric Butter PhD — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Autism

Aggression such as biting and pinching are quite problematic behaviors often seen among children with autism spectrum disorders. Physical restraint is most often a co. . .

Aspberger Syndrome: Educational Resources

Jacqueline Wynn PhD — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Autism

Many children with Asperger Syndrome have such variability in their skill levels that planning an appropriate education can be a challenge for most school systems.

One of the simplest steps to take when putting together an education plan is to ensure that everyone on the team is in agree. . .

Interventions for Stereotypical Behaviors

Michael Aman PhD — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Autism

Stereoytpic behaviors such as hand flapping, ritualistic pacing, spinning, lining up objects, or visual inspection of objects are thought to be "automatically" and intrinsically rewarding for many children with autism spectrum disorders.These activities may give a child a new sensory experience t. . .

Introduction

Karen Ahijevych PhD, RN — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Smoking and Tobacco

More than 47 million adults and 4 million youth in the United States smoke cigarettes. Rates of smoking have dropped over the years, but the current statistics indicate that smoking is still a major health problem and cigarettes continue to cause chronic diseases and death.

12 million Am. . .

Emphysema: Stages and Life Expectancy

Gerene Bauldoff RN, PhD, FCCP — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

NetWellness receives many questions regarding prognosis and life expectancy for persons with COPD and emphysema. Although it is not possible to provide specific predictions in a forum such as this, the following guidelines may be helpful in knowing what to expect.

For more specific expectations. . .

Food Allergies: More Than A Sneeze

Bonnie Brehm PhD, RD — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Diet and Nutrition

Is a food allergy different than a food intolerance?

A food allergy is an adverse reaction to food that involves a response by the body's immune system. Most commonly, the body reacts to the food protein by producing immu. . .

Dimensions of Wellness - Part 6: Occupational Wellness

Evelyn Fitzwater DSN, RN — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Senior Health

Consider how many times you have introduced yourself by saying your name and occupation, or have met someone where a question is asked such as "What do you do for a living?" Regardless of whether a person is an attorney, factory worker, plumber, teacher, homemaker, or nurse, one's occupation . . .

Autism Resources for Ohio Parents

Patricia Cloppert BSFS — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Autism

Some of the best resources for Ohio parents are at Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI). A free parent manual is downloadable chapter by chapter. As you will note when you visit the site, a fre. . .

Dimensions of Wellness - Part 5: Spiritual Wellness

Evelyn Fitzwater DSN, RN — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Senior Health

Our individual journey to attain and maintain spiritual wellness is highly personal and unique. Evidence indicates that the spiritual dimension of our holistic nature becomes more important in our lives as we grow older. There may be a tendency for some people to perceive religion and spiritualit. . .

Dimensions of Wellness - Part 4: Intellectual Wellness

Evelyn Fitzwater DSN, RN — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Senior Health

Fear of losing mental faculties, and perhaps independence, is often considered the worst-case scenario of aging. For some older people it may trigger near panic when they experience an episode of natural forgetfulness. As we age, a large percentage of older adults will experience minor memory imp. . .

Autism Overview

L. Arnold MD, MEd — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Autism

Autism - or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - is a group of developmental disabilities that most often appears during the first three years of life. It affects how a person communicates and interacts with others. ASDs occur in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups, but are four times more like. . .

What We Now Know about Secondhand Smoke

Timothy Buckley PhD, CIH — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Smoking and Tobacco

Even people who do not smoke can be harmed by smoke from those who do, according to The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke: A Report of the Surgeon General. This comprehensive scientific report. . .

Secondhand Smoke: What You Can Do

Timothy Buckley PhD, CIH — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Smoking and Tobacco

Remember, there is no risk-free level of exposure to secondhand smoke. The U.S. Surgeon General has concluded that breathing even a little secondhand smoke poses a risk to your health. The only wa. . .

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and Cervical Cancer

Linda Bernhard PhD, RN — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Women's Health

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of more than 100 different virus types, each of which can cause different Mother and Daughter

Promoting Healthy Weight Among African American Women

Esa Davis MD, MPH — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: African American Health

Maintaining a healthy weight is a part of living a health lifestyle and one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of developing many chronic and fatal diseases. Part of living a healthy lifestyle is to maintain that healthy weight. A healthy weight consists of being "physically fit" not nece. . .

Athletic Training Career Information

Vince O'Brien ATC — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Athletic Training

What is Athletic Training?

Athletic Training is an allied health profession dedicated to the prevention, care and rehabilitation of injuries in physically active people. Board Certified Athletic Trainers are medical professionals who are experts in injury prevention, assessment, treatm. . .

Common Questions About Being Pregnant

Arthur Ollendorff MD — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Pregnancy

1. Can a woman be pregnant and still have a period?
2. If I have a positive pregnancy test but then ex. . .

Overview

Nancy Elder MD — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Anxiety and Stress Disorders

Everyone feels stressed and anxious now and then. An upcoming examination, new responsibilities at work or a sudden crisis in the family can give almost anyone a sleepless night, fearful thoughts and sweaty palms. Sometimes, however, the fear and anxiety are more than just a temporary discomfort. Ac. . .

Respect the 'Danger Zone'

Lydia Medeiros PhD — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Injury Prevention and Safety

If you have seen the "danger zone" for food given as two different ranges: 40 degrees to 140 degrees and more recently 41-135 degrees, don't be confused. What's most important to remember is the simple notion behind it: Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold.

The "danger zone" concept in. . .

Understanding Triggers and Patterns of Asthma

Elizabeth Allen MD — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Forum: Asthma

Asthma is a very common illness (diagnosed in roughly 5% to 10% of children) that is the result of chronic inflammation of the airway. . .