Women who take antidepressants and learn that they are pregnant must consider not just the potential risks of the drugs but also the impact of untreated depression on a developing fetus. Untreated depression could lead to low birth weight, irritability in the child and developmental delays. Side effects of antidepressants can be similarly harmful: miscarriage, premature birth, and breathing problems in newborns. "There's no path that's really risk-free," Pec Indman, a therapist who specializes in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, tells the Chicago Tribune. "Illness has a risk and treatment has a risk." The question is, which is riskier? One of the more common effects of antidepressant exposure in newborns is post-delivery withdrawal-like symptoms. These could include respiratory problems, tremors, feeding difficulties, and jitteriness. Last year one study linked use of antidepressants in the first trimester with a fourfold increase in the chance of a child having autism, though many experts warn that these findings are not conclusive, as it was the first and only study to make the association and there was evidence of methodological weakness. Preterm delivery has been associated with antidepressant exposure more consistently, but no long-term effects on children have been shown. Dozens of studies have been focused on the safety of using antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy. The problem is that it is not clear whether adverse effects showing in newborns are the result of the medication or the depression itself. Babies born to depressed mothers can have elevated cortisol...

Pregnant women on antidepressants face risks either from the meds (e.g., birth issues) or untreated depression's impact on the fetus.

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Women who take antidepressants and learn that they are pregnant must consider not just the potential risks of the drugs but also the impact of untreated depression on a developing fetus. Untreated depression could lead to low birth weight, irritability in the child and developmental delays. Side effects of antidepressants can be similarly harmful: miscarriage, premature birth, and breathing problems in newborns. "There's no path that's really risk-free," Pec Indman, a therapist who specializes in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, tells the Chicago Tribune. "Illness has a risk and treatment has a risk." The question is, which is riskier? One of the more common effects of antidepressant exposure in newborns is post-delivery withdrawal-like symptoms. These could include respiratory problems, tremors, feeding difficulties, and jitteriness. Last year one study linked use of antidepressants in the first trimester with a fourfold increase in the chance of a child having autism, though many experts warn that these findings are not conclusive, as it was the first and only study to make the association and there was evidence of methodological weakness. Preterm delivery has been associated with antidepressant exposure more consistently, but no long-term effects on children have been shown. Dozens of studies have been focused on the safety of using antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy. The problem is that it is not clear whether adverse effects showing in newborns are the result of the medication or the depression itself. Babies born to depressed mothers can have elevated cortisol...

Pregnant women on antidepressants face risks either from the meds (e.g., birth issues) or untreated depression's impact on the fetus.

Cerebral palsy is a disorder that affects as many as 500,000 children and adults each year. What is cerebral palsy? Cerebral palsy is the term used to describe the many disorders caused by abnormal development or damage to the brain before, during, or shortly after birth. It is commonly seen in babies that were premature or were delivered during a complicated birth. Mothers with infections, seizure disorders, or other serious medical problems are more likely to deliver a baby with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy presents itself in an individual in infancy or early childhood. Usually as the brain and nervous system develops in the child, cerebral palsy can be seen and diagnosed. Infants and children with cerebral palsy are slow to develop and reach milestones, such as rolling over, sitting up, or crawling. As children grow older, cerebral palsy affects their muscle tone, movement, and muscle control. Simple tasks, such as walking or bladder control, are very difficult for them. Each individual with cerebral palsy is affected differently. Some symptoms of cerebral palsy can be mental retardation, learning disabilities, breathing problems, deformities of the skeleton, eating and digestive problems, and hearing and vision problems. These are common symptoms for many individuals, but all individuals with cerebral palsy are affected differently and exhibit different signs. What Is Cerebral Palsy: Types of Cerebral Palsy Like with many disorders and special needs disabilities, cerebral palsy can vary in severity....

Cerebral palsy, affecting 500k yearly, is a brain disorder from birth-related damage, affecting muscle tone, movement, and development.

What is Cerebral Palsy?

 Cerebral palsy is a disorder that affects as many as 500,000 children and adults each year. What is cerebral palsy? Cerebral palsy is the term used to describe the many disorders caused by abnormal development or damage to the brain before, during, or shortly after birth. It is commonly seen in babies that were premature or were delivered during a complicated birth. Mothers with infections, seizure disorders, or other serious medical problems are more likely to deliver a baby with cerebral palsy.     Cerebral palsy presents itself in an individual in infancy or early childhood. Usually as the brain and nervous system develops in the child, cerebral palsy can be seen and diagnosed. Infants and children with cerebral palsy are slow to develop and reach milestones, such as rolling over, sitting up, or crawling.   As children grow older, cerebral palsy affects their muscle tone, movement, and muscle control. Simple tasks, such as walking or bladder control, are very difficult for them. Each individual with cerebral palsy is affected differently. Some symptoms of cerebral palsy can be mental retardation, learning disabilities, breathing problems, deformities of the skeleton, eating and digestive problems, and hearing and vision problems. These are common symptoms for many individuals, but all individuals with cerebral palsy are affected differently and exhibit different signs.     What Is Cerebral Palsy: Types of Cerebral Palsy    Like with many disorders and special needs disabilities, cerebral palsy can vary in severity....

Cerebral palsy, affecting 500k yearly, is a brain disorder from birth-related damage, affecting muscle tone, movement, and development.

May is Healthy Vision Month, and you can celebrate with Lily's Picturebook, a distinctive app that features white-on-black and black-on-white images designed for the visually impaired. Lily's Picturebook also includes over 50 different word signs from American Sign Language (ASL) and simple, interactive games. The idea for this app, created by Rosemary Sanford, came from Lily's mother, whose daughter lost much of her vision after being born 4 months premature. Lily loves the iPad, and the app is a way for her to learn language. Lily's Picturebook's creator is a member of Moms with Apps, a collaborative group dedicated to promoting family-friendly apps. The app is easy to use, and even children without visual impairments might enjoy the game and learning about sign language and Braille. It is especially ideal for any siblings of visually impaired children to also use the app, so they can create a better understanding and learn how to communicate with their sibling. Typically, visually impaired children see black and white easier than other colors because of the great contrast between light and dark. When images are easier to see, it makes learning more enjoyable and motivating. In addition to the games, the introduction to Braille and ASL brings this app to another level. The videos of the ASL signs can be enlarged for easier viewing, and it is another component that makes the app friendly for individuals with hearing loss. Lily's...

Celebrate Healthy Vision Month with Lily's Picturebook, an app for visually impaired children featuring ASL signs and interactive games.

Special Needs App of the Day: Lily's Picturebook

 May is Healthy Vision Month, and you can celebrate with Lily's Picturebook, a distinctive app that features white-on-black and black-on-white images designed for the visually impaired.    Lily's Picturebook also includes over 50 different word signs from American Sign Language (ASL) and simple, interactive games. The idea for this app, created by Rosemary Sanford, came from Lily's mother, whose daughter lost much of her vision after being born 4 months premature. Lily loves the iPad, and the app is a way for her to learn language.    Lily's Picturebook's creator is a member of Moms with Apps, a collaborative group dedicated to promoting family-friendly apps. The app is easy to use, and even children without visual impairments might enjoy the game and learning about sign language and Braille. It is especially ideal for any siblings of visually impaired children to also use the app, so they can create a better understanding and learn how to communicate with their sibling.   Typically, visually impaired children see black and white easier than other colors because of the great contrast between light and dark. When images are easier to see, it makes learning more enjoyable and motivating.   In addition to the games, the introduction to Braille and ASL brings this app to another level. The videos of the ASL signs can be enlarged for easier viewing, and it is another component that makes the app friendly for individuals with hearing loss.    Lily's...

Asperger Syndrome: What Is It? Asperger syndrome is a developmental disorder that affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others. People with Asperger syndrome often have difficulty understanding nonverbal communication, such as body language or facial expressions. They may also have trouble understanding jokes or sarcasm. Asperger syndrome is considered to be part of the autism spectrum. Asperger Syndrome: Causes And Risk Factors. Asperger syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others. The exact cause of Asperger syndrome is unknown, but it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of the risk factors for Asperger syndrome include having a family member with the disorder, being born prematurely, and having certain medical conditions. Although there is no cure for Asperger syndrome, early diagnosis and intervention can help children with the disorder learn how to cope with their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Asperger Syndrome: Symptoms And Behaviors. Asperger syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behaviors and interests. Symptoms can vary from mild to severe, and are often first noticed in early childhood. Parents of children with Asperger syndrome may notice that their child has difficulty making eye contact, does not respond to his or her name being called, or does not point or wave goodbye when leaving. Other symptoms may include: • An intense interest in...

Asperger Syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder causing communication/social challenges and repetitive behaviors.

Asperger Syndrome: What Is It?

Asperger Syndrome: What Is It? Asperger syndrome is a developmental disorder that affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others. People with Asperger syndrome often have difficulty understanding nonverbal communication, such as body language or facial expressions. They may also have trouble understanding jokes or sarcasm. Asperger syndrome is considered to be part of the autism spectrum. Asperger Syndrome: Causes And Risk Factors. Asperger syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others. The exact cause of Asperger syndrome is unknown, but it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of the risk factors for Asperger syndrome include having a family member with the disorder, being born prematurely, and having certain medical conditions. Although there is no cure for Asperger syndrome, early diagnosis and intervention can help children with the disorder learn how to cope with their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Asperger Syndrome: Symptoms And Behaviors. Asperger syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behaviors and interests. Symptoms can vary from mild to severe, and are often first noticed in early childhood. Parents of children with Asperger syndrome may notice that their child has difficulty making eye contact, does not respond to his or her name being called, or does not point or wave goodbye when leaving. Other symptoms may include: • An intense interest in...

My son, Miguelangel, is 3 months old. He has Down syndrome and was born prematurely. I started him on a daily yoga practice when he was a month old, and I am pleased with the results. Many families with special children are embracing alternative therapies, including yoga, to complement conventional approaches. According to Mayo Clinic, “anecdotal reports suggest that yoga can calm children, reduce obesity, enhance concentration and help children manage certain health conditions, such as headaches and irritable bowel syndrome. Studies suggest that yoga may also benefit children who have various mental and physical disabilities.” Marsha Wenig is the founder of YogaKids and spoke to Integral Yoga Magazine about her work with children. “Yoga increases children’s self-awareness, self-care, self-esteem and compassion and improves their overall health,” she said. “Yoga also improves a child’s posture, flexibility, strength, balance and coordination. Educational kinesiology implies that yoga postures and breathing practices actually change the neurophysiology of the brain. Yoga is a noncompetitive activity that can increase the imagination and readiness to learn.” Yoga teacher Sonia Sumar developed a program for Roberta, whose daughter was born with Down syndrome. In her book, “Yoga for the Special Child,” Sumar shares the success she’s had with Roberta, and later with many other children with special needs who helped achieve their full potential through yoga. Sumar’s book can be used to design a fun and effective routine according to the developmental age of the child. Suitable, safe and fun for those of a variety of ages...

Yoga benefits special needs children, like those with Down syndrome, by improving health, concentration, and flexibility.

Helping Child with Special Needs Through Yoga

My son, Miguelangel, is 3 months old. He has Down syndrome and was born prematurely. I started him on a daily yoga practice when he was a month old, and I am pleased with the results. Many families with special children are embracing alternative therapies, including yoga, to complement conventional approaches. According to Mayo Clinic, “anecdotal reports suggest that yoga can calm children, reduce obesity, enhance concentration and help children manage certain health conditions, such as headaches and irritable bowel syndrome. Studies suggest that yoga may also benefit children who have various mental and physical disabilities.” Marsha Wenig is the founder of YogaKids and spoke to Integral Yoga Magazine about her work with children. “Yoga increases children’s self-awareness, self-care, self-esteem and compassion and improves their overall health,” she said. “Yoga also improves a child’s posture, flexibility, strength, balance and coordination. Educational kinesiology implies that yoga postures and breathing practices actually change the neurophysiology of the brain. Yoga is a noncompetitive activity that can increase the imagination and readiness to learn.” Yoga teacher Sonia Sumar developed a program for Roberta, whose daughter was born with Down syndrome. In her book, “Yoga for the Special Child,” Sumar shares the success she’s had with Roberta, and later with many other children with special needs who helped achieve their full potential through yoga. Sumar’s book can be used to design a fun and effective routine according to the developmental age of the child. Suitable, safe and fun for those of a variety of ages...

As a young child, Ann LeZotte was diagnosed as autistic because she banged her head. Eventually it was discovered that her head-banging was merely a response to the fact that she could not hear. Born prematurely and deaf, Ann also has trouble with lung function. Starting off life like that seemed like a raw deal; however, Ann's deck of cards was stacked with having dedicated, smart parents. She was sent to the best of schools. She was "mainstreamed"into regular classrooms. Her father inspired her with the story of Helen Keller. She spent many hours contemplating the paintings known as Christiana's world by American painter, Andrew Wyeth. She came to know that being born deaf was not a tragedy; it made her special. It added to her other gifts. It gave her a certain élan, a steady dignity and a sense of self that many others lacked. In her early years, Ann's knife-sharp intelligence was her road-map to negotiate the ups-and-downs of loneliness, bullying and academic pressure. Being the only deaf student in a classroom of other bright kids took some quick-stepping. One year she went from being the "outcast" to being "the number one magic girl" by teaching her growing number of friends to finger-spell under their desks, thereby confounding the teacher and everyone else by their seemingly secret language. Talk about the art of texting! Ann was onto something before smart phones were even a twinkle in Steve Job's eye. Today, Ann is forty-one years...

Deaf and bright, Ann LeZotte overcame challenges and became an author, inspiring others with and without disabilities.

Ann LeZotte and Julie Jack, a Deaf Heroine

As a young child, Ann LeZotte was diagnosed as autistic because she banged her head. Eventually it was discovered that her head-banging was merely a response to the fact that she could not hear. Born prematurely and deaf, Ann also has trouble with lung function.  Starting off life like that seemed like a raw deal; however, Ann's deck of cards was stacked with having dedicated, smart parents. She was sent to the best of schools. She was "mainstreamed"into regular classrooms. Her father inspired her with the story of Helen Keller. She spent many hours contemplating the paintings known as Christiana's world by American painter, Andrew Wyeth. She came to know that being born deaf was not a tragedy; it made her special. It added to her other gifts. It gave her a certain élan, a steady dignity and a sense of self that many others lacked. In her early years, Ann's knife-sharp intelligence was her road-map to negotiate the ups-and-downs of loneliness, bullying and academic pressure. Being the only deaf student in a classroom of other bright kids took some quick-stepping. One year she went from being the "outcast" to being "the number one magic girl" by teaching her growing number of friends to finger-spell under their desks, thereby confounding the teacher and everyone else by their seemingly secret language. Talk about the art of texting! Ann was onto something before smart phones were even a twinkle in Steve Job's eye.    Today, Ann is forty-one years...

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