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Saturday, January 10, 2009

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome --

Build Better Baby Brains – Avoid Alcohol While Pregnant!

http://www.betterendings.org/ Jodee and Liz Kulp’s website provides much information on FASD, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Their books are very compelling. Did you know:

FASD is the leading cause of mental retardation in our country.

FASD is often misdiagnosed as ADHD, bipolar disorder, autism and RAD.

http://www.fasdcenter.samhsa.gov/documents/WYNK_Physical_Effects.pdf describes FASD, its causes, health affects, and treatment. Best advice, “Stop and think. If you’re pregnant, don’t drink.”

Jeff Haebig

Friday, January 9, 2009

Developmental Disabilities and Exercise

Exercise Can Benefit Kids with Developmental Disabilities

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/547560/?sc=dwhn is a Newswise article showing the work of Connie Johnson, Physical Therapist with the Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia. Strongest evidence of benefits of exercise came from group exercise, therapeutic horseback riding, and treadmill workouts.

Subscribe free to http://www.newswise.com/ Newswise and receive daily research-based articles relating to medicine, science, business and the humanities. Search the Newswise Libraries for an extensive collection of archived articles. I start my day with Newswise – it is excellent.

Jeff Haebig

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Upcoming BOOGIE Posts

BOOGIE Blogs you can look forward to next week!

1/9 Developmental Disabilities and Exercise
1/10 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
1/11 Rhythmic Bal-A-Vis-X Improves Reading
1/12 Developmental Skills Ages 0 to 36 Months
1/13 Developmental Delay Resources
1/14 More Screen Time Means Lower Fitness
1/15 Desktop Yoga Body Savers

Wellness Quest offers free DAILY Health Care-toons, wellness challenges, health benefits, inspirational quotes and jokes.

Try to Remember – New Book

Free Podcast from DANA discusses this controverial book

http://media.dana.org:88/podcasts/120308_try_to_remember.mp3 Podcast from DANA, discusses Paul R. McHugh’s new book, Try to Remember: Psychiatry’s Clash over Meaning, and Mind.

Listen to the world’s most notable neuroscientists discuss fascinating topics related to neuroscience on DANA’s website http://www.dana.org/.

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Ergonomics Makes Good Sense

Biomechanics are used to save your body from needless pain

Understand how repeated movements and body positions can produce herniated discs, neck and back pains, carpal tunnel and other physiological problems. Hear what Physical Therapists say about changing your habits to save your body from pain.

http://www.aota.org/Consumers/Podcasts.aspx Podcast from American Occupational Therapy Association, AOTA offers helpful tips.

Visit http://www.aota.org/ for other ways to optimize your body brain.

Jeff Haebig

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Everyday Health Delivers Health News!

Obtain DAILY information on how to live a full and healthy life

http://www.everydayhealth.com/ Everyday Health offers you and your family a marvelous way to acquire relevant health information online. Dozens of health centers provide in-depth information ranging from Alternative Medicine to zucchini in Healthy Recipes. Browse Blogs by Topics, Common Conditions, Community Discussions, Women’s Health, and healthy Tool Kits. I can’t get enough of this comprehensive wellness website.

Jeff Haebig

Monday, January 5, 2009

Multiple Intelligences Define Your IQ

Great news! -- You are really smart in any number of ways!

http://childdevelopmentinfo.com/learning/multiple_intelligences.htm an insightful article on Multiple Intelligences by Jay Davidson, describes seven intelligences or abilities that have been scientifically established. Many schools are now teaching in ways that foster each of these intelligences. Motivation soars as each student is recognized for their unique brilliance!

http://childdevelopmentinfo.com/ Child Development Institute offers bountiful resources that help people of all ages develop their special skills. Parents will love this website showing effective ways to help their children achieve their potential. Many learning challenges are thoughtfully addressed. Hats off to Dr. Robert Myers for spearheading this remarkable resource!

Jeff Haebig

Sunday, January 4, 2009

Introducing the Brain Food Pyramid

Nourish Your Brain – Enrich Your Life

http://www.fi.edu/learn/brain/pyramid.html The Franklin Institute presents an animated presentation helping you learn how Glucose. Micronutrients, Fatty Acids, and Amino Acids nourish the brain. What a wonderful website. Simply click on the nutrient you want to explore and related topics are offered. Truly amazing – a great resource!

Jeff Haebig