Developmental screenings help detect child delays early
Developmental screenings assess how children play learn speak act and move during regular well visits. The American Academy of Pediatrics urges screening at 9 18 24 and 36 months with formal evaluations by specialists if concerns arise. In Medina County the Board of Developmental Disabilities and Ohio Early Intervention Services provide resources and contact numbers 330-725-7751 option 1 and 1-800-755-GROW.
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American Academy of Pediatrics
Medina County
Winter Blues SAD Linked to Biochemical Brain Imbalance
Winter can trigger seasonal affective disorder SAD a low mood condition linked to reduced sunlight and body chemistry. NIH cites two years of major mood criteria APA notes distressing symptoms that can disrupt daily functioning and the brain imbalance behind SAD.
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American Psychiatric Association
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Strategies to Overcome Seasonal Affective Disorder
Strategies to beat SAD focus on light therapy outdoors time and home layout changes. Key options include daily morning light therapy sessions for up to 20 minutes, SSRI medications under physician guidance, increased outdoor activity in winter, and rearranging rooms to maximize natural light.
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Vitamins play vital roles in health and disease prevention
A concise guide explains how vitamins A to K support teeth bones skin blood and immunity, while deficiencies can cause blindness infections weakened immunity dermatitis and bleeding. It notes sun exposure aids vitamin D, and emphasizes eating fruits and vegetables to prevent deficiencies and maintain overall health.
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Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
U.S. National Library of Medicine
USNLM
World Health Organization
National Institutes of Health
Merck
Office of Dietary Supplements
T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Harvard
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