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Here’s 9 Ideas to help Children and Adults with ADHD Sleep Better "Sleep issues are common for children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). People with ADHD often have a hard time focusing, sitting still or quieting their body. It’s no wonder that they then may have trouble falling or staying asleep. When your brain is racing, sleep feels impossible. Not getting enough sleep can affect your mood, weaken your immune system, disrupt your metabolism and cause problems with memory and concentration. The good news is there are also many ideas to help children and adults with ADHD sleep better." Learn more in this article written by Pam Dewey for the Fraser Blog. Website
Hidden heroes' of deployment: Scandia girls survive a year without mom An article, written by Reid Forgrave from the Minneapolis Star Tribune, describes the challenges one Scandia, MN family faces while Mom, First Sgt. Jen Chaffe, is deployed in the Middle East for 365 days. Document
Histiocytosis Association of America The Histiocytosis Association of America provides funding for research, provides mutual support, and educates physicians and the public with issues surrounding histiocytosis. A newsletter and chat rooms are available online. Website
Historical Trauma and Cultural Healing The recent event of George Floyd’s murder happened within a context of historical trauma experienced by African Americans throughout U.S. history. The experiences of genocide, massacres, slavery, relocation and destruction of cultural practices shared by African Americans and other communities of color can result in cumulative emotional and psychological wounding carried across generations, a concept that researchers and practitioners call "historical trauma." This resource is from the Univerisity of Minnesota Extension. Website
Hold those babies: Study shows early touch has lasting effects on babies Forget what Grandma or out-of-date baby books might have once preached: Hold those snuggly newborns as much as you can. It's not only good for you, it's good for them. Research reported in the March 2017 issue of Current Biology shows that those early experiences when babies are touched and held linger in their brains Website
Home Again: Re-Connecting with Your Baby Welcoming a military parent back home is an exciting time for everyone, including for the youngest members of the families. Sometimes babies are quick to warm up to a returning parent, and other times it takes a while. Watch how military families can support their babies during this transition. Website
House Ear Institute The House Ear Institute focuses on defining the cause of hearing loss and vestibular disorder, creating and improving surgical treatments and devices to counteract auditory dysfunction. World-renowned as a leader in otologic research and education, HEI continues to provide a wealth of new scientific knowledge, applied research and continuing education to both the medical community and the general public. Website
How Brains are Built: The Core Story of Brain Development The Alberta Family Wellness Initiative recently unveiled an animated video that presents the core story of brain development in an accessible and visually engaging format. This video, "How Brains are Built: The Core Story of Brain Development," can be used in staff development and parent education as well as advocacy efforts. Website
How Caregivers Can Boost Young Brains Ordinary back-and-forth interactions between a caregiver and child can shape brain architecture in powerful ways, creating a strong foundation for future learning. Here are five simple ways for parents, caregivers and early educators to practice these interactions. Document
How Does Early Life Diet Affect a Child's Mental Health and Personality? "In a child's life, the period from conception until two years old is crucial for growth and development. In addition to the development of vital organs and regulatory systems, this phase also determines a child's personality, mental health, and socio-emotional growth. Hence, optimal nourishment must be provided during pregnancy and the first years of a child's life." Learn more in this article written by By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. for News Medical Life Sciences. Website
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