Over the last 10 years, public awareness about ADHD has led to more children and adults being diagnosed with the disorder. Some people have expressed concern that the condition is being overdiagnosed. The American Medical Association (AMA) took a serious look into these claims. According to AMA’s Special Council Report, however, there is little evidence of widespread overdiagnosis of ADHD or over-prescription of medication for the disorder (Goldman et al....
A Safe Haven for Kids Many parents cite safety concerns as a principle reason for enrolling their children in after-school programs. Nearly half of juvenile crime occurs on weekdays between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., and children are at a greater risk of being victims of a violent crime between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., according to the U.S. Department of Justice. After-school programs can help kids steer clear of other types of trouble, as well, says Judy Samuelson, director of the advocacy organization Afterschool Alliance....
What Is All-Purpose Nipple Ointment? All-Purpose Nipple Ointment is the creation of Dr. Jack Newman, a leading breastfeeding researcher and founder of the International Breastfeeding Centre in Canada. APNO is one of the most popular nipple-healing and infection-fighting compounds that breastfeeding mothers use. This triple nipple ointment is made up of three ingredients. They are: These three ingredients work together to help soothe the pain and fight off the common organisms that cause sore nipples....
One of the weightiest choices you might be faced with is whether to send your child to a public or private school — and if so, which particular school to send them to. Although it may be daunting to consider, having that choice is actually a good thing, one that not all parents are privileged to have. There are many factors to mull over when considering whether to send your child to a private school....
Understanding Chromosomes To understand what an aneuploidy is, you’ll need to first learn about chromosomes. Chromosomes are the structures that contain our DNA. They are located in the nuclei of all of our cells. Normal human cells have 46 chromosomes comprised of 23 chromosome pairs. Half of our chromosomes come from our mothers and the other half from our fathers. The first 22 chromosome pairs, called autosomes, are the same in males in females....
One study showed that women who had morning sickness severely enough to be hospitalized during their pregnancy were slightly more likely to have girls rather than boys. Severe morning sickness is called hyperemesis gravidarum. What is more worrisome is the sudden disappearance of early pregnancy symptoms, including morning sickness. If this happens and you are worried, you can call your doctor. It could be a sign of problems with the pregnancy such as an impending miscarriage or it could be a non-issue....
Children with auditory issues often have speech-language difficulties as well, such as trouble understanding what is being said, going off topic during conversation or written composition, problems with reading or spelling, or finding the right word to use. Common Signs of Auditory Problems Auditory issues can vary significantly, from a child who needs things repeated a few times to “get it” to a child who screams when a fire engine goes by a mile away....
Age: Elementary and upTime: 2 hours or moreType of Activity: Backyard science Materials needed: Thermometer: To record temperature.Rain Gauge: To measure rainfall.Wind/Weather Vane: To record wind direction.Barometer: To measure atmospheric pressure.Anemometer: To measure wind speed.Psychrometer/Hygrometer: To measure relative humidity.Journal: To record your readings and data. A Few Notes on Record-Keeping: Decide which weather events and data you want to record and how oftenyou want to take measurements (once a day, twice a day, etc....
What Is Ginger? Ginger is considered an herb or spice, and it’s both a food seasoning and natural medication. Due to the distinct taste, it is a common ingredient in many main dishes, baked goods, and teas. It’s also a favorite soft drink flavor. As a medication, many Asian and Middle Eastern cultures have considered ginger to be a cure-all for thousands of years. Ginger and Breastfeeding In some areas of the world, women are given ginger right after the delivery of a child....
How Popular Is the Name Benjamin? The name Benjamin has been one of the top 100 boy names in the U.S. since 1968, and by 1974 reached the top 50. It continued to climb in popularity, breaking into the top 20 in 2009 and the top 10 in 2016. The latest statistics rank Benjamin as the No. 7 name for boys in America. Although the name Benjamin is typically used as a masculine name, it can certainly be used however you see fit, as sex doesn’t have to be a part of your name selection process....
Whether or not this method can act as reliable birth control is questionable, but the ability to track fertility patterns can be useful if you are trying to become pregnant. How the Billings Ovulation Method Works The cervix produces cervical mucus throughout the menstrual cycle with the amount and consistency of the mucus changing in a predictable pattern throughout the month. By paying attention to the amount of mucus produced, the texture, and timing of production, you can usually determine when you are most and least fertile....
Setup Process: Simple and straightforward There’s an easy-to-follow Setup Guide included in the Blink XT2 box. Our first step was to download the Blink Home Monitor App and create a Blink account using our email address. Each Blink XT2 system consists of a Sync Module along with one or more cameras (in our case, just one). The Sync Module, which has to stay plugged into power at all times, is what communicates your Wi-Fi connection to the Blink app and Blink devices....
Auguste RodinFrench sculptor. His most famous work is The Thinker. He had a learning disability. Admiral Peary American arctic explorer and naval officer. He had a communicative disorder. Vaslav Nijinsky Russian ballet dancer and choreographer. He was mentally ill. Tom Cruise Hollywood super-star. He’s severly dyslexic, but he’s able to memorize lines. Jim Abbott American baseball player (pitcher). He was born without a right hand. Marlee Matlin Film and stage actress....
If you are a shrimp lover, take heart. Shrimp is safe to eat while breastfeeding and it offers many benefits to both you and your baby. “Breastfeeding moms who eat shrimp are getting, and passing to their babies, essential nutrients that are needed postpartum, such as protein, healthy omega-3 fats, and minerals like selenium, zinc, and iodine,” says Jessica Levinson, MS, RDN, CDN, a culinary and communications dietitian based in Westchester, New York....
One thing is for sure: Conception can only occur during the time you’re ovulating, about midway through your cycle. Ovulation lasts 12 to 48 hours, and eggs released from your ovaries during that time live for about a day. Sperm, meanwhile, can typically only survive in your reproductive tract for around 72 hours. That means that having sex from about four days before you ovulate to about one day after could result in pregnancy....
