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What is monkeypox?

Monkeypox symptoms in kids: As monkeypox cases in the UK and a couple of other countries are on rise, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the viral zoonotic disease. In kids, especially, some of the monkeypox may be similar to chicken pox like rashes, fever, and aches.

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Deciding to breastfeed (The Basics)

Do doctors recommend breastfeeding?Yes. Doctors recommend breastfeeding your baby for at least 1 year (12 months) if possible. For the first 6 months, breast milk is the only food a baby needs. Most babies start eating other foods, in addition to breast milk, when they are 4 to 6 months old.

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Learning disabilities (The Basics)

Patient education: Learning disabilities (The Basics)   What are learning disabilities?Learning disabilities are problems that cause a child to have trouble learning. For example, a

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The End of Chiropractic

An article written by 3 chiropractors and a PhD in physical education and published on December 2, 2009 in the journal Chiropractic and Osteopathy may have

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Standard of care for children

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS POLICY STATEMENT Organizational Principles to Guide and Define the Child Health Care System and/or Improve the Health of All Children Committee

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ADHD Prevention

Preventing ADHD There are certain steps you can follow to lower your child’s risk for ADHD. Follow a healthy lifestyle before and during pregnancy to

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ADHD and your Genes

18 FEBRUARY 2019 Newly-mapped genes may hold keys to ADHD Researchers analysed data from more than 55 000 individuals and identified 12 gene regions linked

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Safety of Ritalin and the Heart

Animal study suggests Ritalin won’t harm the heart Following concerns around children’s heart health when taking ADHD drugs, such as Ritalin, a recent animal study

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Therapies for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

                           Therapies for Children WithAutism Spectrum DisorderA Review of the Research for Parents and Caregivers                                                                               Is This Guide Right for the Child in

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Hillcrest ADHD Support Team

Hillcrest ADHD Support Team (HAST) is a support forum for parents, teachers and adolescents which is overseen by Dr John Flett. It draws on the expertise

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Further Information

Complementary and Alternative Treatments Overview and Principles In the past decade, there has been a tremendous upsurge of scientific and public interest in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

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Homework and ADHD

Homework and the child with an attention deficit disorder Afrikaans version download [wpdm_file id=3] Organisational ability, time management and study habits rely on the areas

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Psychosocial Treatment

Psychosocial Treatment for Children and Adolescents with AD/HD* Psychosocial treatment is a critical part of treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) in children and adolescents. The

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Managing Medications

Managing Medication for Children and Adolescents with ADHD* Individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) experience chronic problems with inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity to a greater degree than

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Reading and Writing Strategies

Reading and writing strategies for children with an attention deficit disorder (ADD) Afrikaans version download [wpdm_file id=6] 1. This is the most common problem area

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Helping to Understand ADHD

Understanding ADHD. What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder characterized by developmentally inappropriate impulsivity, inattention, and in some cases, hyperactivity. Everyone has

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18 Great Ideas

Edit Entry 18 GREAT IDEAS FOR MANAGING CHILDREN OR TEENS WITH ADHD 1. Reduce time delays and externalize time. Keep waiting times to a minimum

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Child & Adolescent Assessment

Child & Adolescent Assessment Edit Entry ASSESSMENT PACK Parents Assessment pack Download [wpdm_file id=9] Teachers Assessment pack Download [wpdm_file id=10] In order to maximise time

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Reading and Writing

Reading and writing strategies for children with an attention deficit disorder (ADD) Afrikaans version download [wpdm_file id=6] 1. This is the most common problem area

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Psychosocial Treatment

Psychosocial Treatment for Children and Adolescents with AD/HD* Psychosocial treatment is a critical part of treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) in children and adolescents. The

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Managing Medications

Managing Medication for Children and Adolescents with ADHD* Individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) experience chronic problems with inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity to a greater degree than

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Homework and ADHD

Homework and the child with an attention deficit disorder Afrikaans version download [wpdm_file id=3] Organisational ability, time management and study habits rely on the areas

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Further Reference

Complementary and Alternative Treatments for AD/HD Overview and Principles In the past decade, there has been a tremendous upsurge of scientific and public interest in

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Understanding ADHD

Understanding ADHD What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder characterized by developmentally inappropriate impulsivity, inattention, and in some cases, hyperactivity. Everyone has

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Managing Children

Approaches in the management of general behavioural problems in children with an attention deficit disorder (ADD) Afrikaans version download [wpdm_file id=5] 1. It is important

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Myths About ADHD

Science over Cynicism by Phyllis Anne Teeter Ellison, Ed.D. Myths Public perception of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) are replete with myths, misconceptions and misinformation about

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18 Great Ideas

18 GREAT IDEAS FOR MANAGING CHILDREN OR TEENS WITH ADHD Afrikaans version download [wpdm_file id=4] 1. Reduce time delays and externalize time. Keep waiting times

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Child & Adolescent Assessment

ASSESSMENT PACK Parents Assessment pack Download [wpdm_file id=9]  Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS-v1.1) Symptom Checklist Teachers Assessment pack Download [wpdm_file id=10] In order to maximise

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Parents And ADHD

Understanding what attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is can be the best way that a parent can help their child with this disorder. ADHD is

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Professional Directory

The following professional associates are available to ensure that the health, educational and emotional needs of children are completely catered for. For more information about

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Nova Centre

The Nova Centre is situated in Hillcrest and offers a totally different approach to education. The school is run by CIE Tuition which ensures that

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HAST

Hillcrest ADHD Support Team (HAST) is a support forum for parents, teachers and adolescents which is overseen by Dr John Flett. It draws on the

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Kloof Family Health Centre

Kloof Family Health Centre situated at 8 Village Rd, Kloof, is a group of health professionals committed to servicing the Upper Highway and surrounding areas

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