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PubMed Abstract of Arizona State University Sutdy: Mothers and Fathers Together: Contrast in Parenting Across Preschool to EarlySchool Age in Children with Developmental Disabilities

PubMed Abstract of Netherlands research into ways parents adapt to the situation when their child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy.

PubMed Abstract 2006 study, Boston college, MA, examines the contribution of the marital relationship to the well being of both mothers and fathers of children with developmental disabilities.

PubMed Abstract of Arizona Study assessing Resilience and the course of daily parenting stress in families of young children with intellectual disabilities

LiftVest is an attractive cotton denim vest with an attached high-strength webbing harness that supports the body and creates numerous convenient handholds. The patented LiftVest prevents back injuries for caregivers and reduces patient injuries from wheelchair transfers and re-positioning.

Study sponsored by the university of Chicago to demonstrate the efficacy and safety of Vanquix for the management of acute repetitive seizures (ARS). Study will provide clinical evidence for the effective and safe use of a diazepam auto-injector, Vanquix, to provide patients and their caregivers with an alternative to rectal administration.

Study to develop a comprehensive spasticity management program which will then be developed for the individual. Clinical and outcome assessments at baseline and at follow-up will include measures of range of motion, global spasticity according to a modified Ashworth scale, and the time and number of staff required for the task. In addition, video will be obtained of caregivers performing each participant's care area tasks at baseline and follow-up to allow an independent external reviewer to judge task difficulty

Life Without Limits is a national movement to empower people with disabilities to envision and build a better future for themselves, their community, and society. A platform to promote projects that advance the health and well-being of people with disabilities, three initial projects underscore its key focus areas My Child Without Limits (early childhood intervention); Ruby's Bequest (care giving); and Emerging Technologies for Independent Living (housing & technology) United Cerebral Palsy (UCP), a pivotal advocate for people with all disabilities, is leading the Life Without Limits initiative in cooperation with former Congressman, and lifelong advocate for people with disabilities, Tony Coelho ."

The Encyclopedia of Surgery has been written by various experts in the field of surgery and has been written specifically for healthcare students and patients. The Encyclopedia covers 450 surgical procedures and topics such as laser surgery, hysterectomy, endoscopy, cryosurgery, anesthetics, biopsy, angioplasty, medications and postoperative care, and many related subjects. Each entry in the Encyclopedia of Surgery consists of a standardized format which includes the definition, purpose, diagnosis, aftercare, risks, mortality rates, and alternatives.

PubMed Abstract of study by Pediatric Clinic, Mersin University School of Medicine Research and Administration Hospital, Turkey - Difficulties experienced by families with disabled children

The Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) has published a new Family Tool to help family members and caregivers understand what self-help skills can be expected from young children and to provide tips for helping children learn how to become more independent with daily routines. It is available online.

Plum leads the way in falls safety, protective headgear, hip protectors and extremity guards, so little ones can stay active, adults independent, and caregivers can enjoy peace of mind. Patented protective headgear, hip protectors and extremity guards