Speech and language skills are crucial for social interaction, learning, cognitive development and more. Unfortunately, many Americans struggle with various types of speech disorders that impede their ability to communicate effectively. In particular, this article will take a deeper look at apraxia, which is a rare motor speech disorder affecting approximately 200,000 Americans. Motor speech disorders indicate an underlying neurological cause is present, preventing the brain from proper coordinating with body parts responsible for speech.
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Dreading one's upcoming dental appointment has become a frequent punchline for adults -- however, in many cases, the stress or nervousness associated with a dental visit begins in childhood. If your fear of the dentist causes you to not seek treatment or schedule checkups as frequently as you should, you may be looking for ways to gently acclimate your child to regular dental appointments so that he or she can enter adolescence and adulthood with a healthy attitude toward dental treatment.
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Allergens can cause a wide range of reactions in your body, ranging from a mild case of the sniffles to life-threatening anaphylaxis. When allergens come in contact with your skin, they can cause allergic contact dermatitis, a red, itchy rash. Here's what you need to know about this uncomfortable reaction.
What allergens can cause it?
This reaction can be caused by any substance that comes in contact with your skin. Some of the common substances that lead to this reaction are latex gloves, poison ivy and other plants, nickel and other metals, fabrics, hair dyes, soaps, and moisturizers.
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Whether you're helping a parent or other loved one navigate the often-confusing process of obtaining long-term care, or have found yourself in a situation in which you need to finance this care for you or a spouse, you may have many questions. How will you pay for long-term care? Will you go bankrupt if your spouse enters an assisted living facility? When should you purchase long-term care insurance -- and what does this insurance cover?
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Getting a facelift gives you a younger looking appearance overall, and can boost both your self esteem and your confidence in the process. But if you're like most people who choose to undergo facelift surgery, you probably don't want the whole world to know about it just by looking at you afterward.
A good doctor at a place like My Plastic Surgery Group won't leave any noticeable scars behind to worry about, but the improvements that result from your surgery will certainly be noticeable and can quickly give away your surgery secret.
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