Seizures refer to abnormal and erratic activity within the brain that presents itself as jerky and involuntary movements in the body. In fact, seizure activity can be temporary or it can be a chronic problem that requires immediate medical...
In 1911, the word "autism" was first used to describe a group of symptoms then associated with schizophrenia. The word "autism" comes from the Greek word "autos," meaning "self." In the 1940s, autism was beginning to be used to describe children...
While there is no one cure or prevention of autism, genetics and environmental factors seem to increase the risk of autism. Autism is a spectrum of developmental disabilities that cause social, behavioral and communication problems. There is hope...
Asperger's syndrome is a developmental disorder that is characterized by limited interests or by preoccupations in weird or unusual things. The disorder may also include repetitive routines or rituals along with socially and emotionally...
A complete about-face on the importance of complex sugars in the diet has occurred due to researchers now recognizing the importance of those complex sugars called glycans. Glyconutrients have their own specific categorization as a natural...
Ideally, every infant would thrive in healthy, safe surroundings. An infant's development directly correlates with factors involving genetics or other physiological variables, the environment, nurturing and caregiving. Less than optimal conditions...
While the link between vitamin D and autism is not confirmed, an article published in the January 2010 issue of "Medical Hypotheses" reports that Harvard researchers support a theory of autism in which vitamin D deficiency is a possible cause. The...
Autism is a neurological developmental delay that impacts each individual differently. It is commonly called an autism spectrum disorder because the symptoms and signs vary so widely. Autism impacts a person's ability to interact socially and...
Delays in child development can be physical, emotional, cognitive or social. They occur when a child fails to develop at the same basic rate as other children of the same age. Developmental delays of any kind have a negative effect on the...
Asperger's syndrome, also known as Asperger syndrome, is one of the developmental disorders classified as an autistic spectrum disorder. As with other autistic spectrum disorders, Asperger's syndrome results in impaired communication and social...
Scientific discussion regarding a possible link between vitamin D deficiency and autism arose out of studies examining the role of vitamin D in the development of rat brains. Discovery of the essential status of adequate vitamin D in normal rat...
Autism falls under the category of pervasive developmental disorders in childhood. This means that children with autism show a "substantial delay in communication and social interaction associated with development of restricted, repetitive and...
The causes of autism remain a mystery, but research is shedding light on factors that may play roles in the development of this condition. While folic acid is necessary for health, there are questions as to whether too much of the vitamin is...
Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland fails to produce enough hormones for the body to function properly. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include chronic tiredness, lethargy, weight gain, depression, forgetfulness and increased sensitivity to...
Vitamin D encompasses the molecules cholecalciferol and ergocalciferol. This fat-soluble vitamin can be partially synthesized in humans, by exposure to sunlight. It can also be obtained from a variety of plant and animal products. Vitamin D plays...
Calcium is an essential mineral, well known for its role in bone health and muscle contraction. However, less well known is how important it is for brain development and function. Calcium is used by your body in “voltage-gated calcium...
Autism is a lifetime disorder that often begins in early childhood and has no cure. The key characteristics of autism include abnormal communication and social interactions and repetitive behaviors. Physicians often treat autistic patients with...
