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FDA Warning on Stop-Smoking Drugs
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Title: FDA Warning on Stop-Smoking DrugsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/2/2009Last Editorial Review: 7/2/2009
Sad Dads May Lead to Crying Infants
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Title: Sad Dads May Lead to Crying InfantsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/1/2009 7:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/1/2009
FDA: Boxed Warning on Serious Mental Health Events to be Required for Chantix
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Title: FDA: Boxed Warning on Serious Mental Health Events to be Required for ChantixCategory: Health FactsCreated: 7/1/2009Last Editorial Review: 7/1/2009
Anxiety-Prone People Find Distractions Hard to Ignore
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Title: Anxiety-Prone People Find Distractions Hard to IgnoreCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/30/2009 7:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/30/2009
Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Title: Depression, Anxiety Bad for the HeartCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/30/2009 7:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/30/2009
Vets Who Repress Traumatic Memories May Not Be Worse Off
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Title: Vets Who Repress Traumatic Memories May Not Be Worse OffCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/20/2009 7:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/22/2009

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July 4th: Meaningful Holiday or Excuse to Drink?
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Heavy drinking during the summertime.
Being and Nothingness
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There are two kinds of vacations--doing something and doing nothing.
Natural Element: The Extended Vacation
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How to hang on to paradise.

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People more empathetic to their own race
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:06:51 -0500
July 03, 2009 BEIJING, Jul 3, 2009 (UPI via COMTEX) -- A bystander feels more empathy for someone in pain when that person is in the same social group, researchers in China said.
New PTSD program answers need for comprehensive treatment
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:06:51 -0500
July 02, 2009 Jul 02, 2009 (DEFENSE DEPARTMENT DOCUMENTS AND PUBLICATIONS/ContentWorks via COMTEX) -- 7/1/2009 - LANDSTUHL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, Germany (AFNS) -- Symptoms of combat stress and post-traumatic stress disorder for wounded warriors include continual nightmares, avoidance behaviors, denial, grief, anger and fear.
TV ads make children choose more junk foods
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:06:51 -0500
July 01, 2009 LOS ANGELES, Jul 01, 2009 (Xinhua via COMTEX) -- Influenced by TV ads, children tend to choose more junk food, increasing the risk of weight gain, a new study suggests.

 

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An Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities - Provides diagnostic services, learning centers, day school, adult programs, and training workshops to aid children and adults with Specific Learning Disabilities in the Pittsburgh area.

Association for Residential Care (ARC) - A membership organization offering support, training, and information to service providers assisting people with a learning disability in the UK.
Meta Description: [ ARC, the Association for Real Change; information, support and networking for providers of services to people with a learning disability. ]

British Institute for Learning Disabilities - Committed to improving the lives of all persons with a Learning Disability.
Meta Description: [ British Institute of Learning Disabilities ]

CHANGE - Dedicated to helping people with a learning disability and a sensory impairment. Provides workshops and theatrical performances to teach employers and legal groups about LD and sensory impairments, advocacy work, booklets and other publications, as well as a quarterly newsletter. Located in London and Leeds, UK.
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Council for Learning Disabilities - CLD is made up of professionals who establish standards of excellence and promotes innovative strategies for research and practice through interdisciplinary collegiality, collaboration, and advocacy. Contains information about conferences, the latest issues of Learning Disability Quarterly, and gives awards to outstanding researchers.

Dyslexia Bulletin Board - A public forum for sponsored by Davis Dyslexia Association International. Includes Parent Support, Networking, and Chat.
Meta Description: [ Discussion Forum for Adults, Teens, and Parents to Explore issues related to dyslexia and related learning styles. Sponsored by Davis Dyslexia Association ]

International Dyslexia Association - Formerly the Orton Dyslexia Association. Provides resources for professionals and families dealing with individuals with reading disabilities. Membership available. Special sections for Teens and Adults.

Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta - Edmonton Chapter - Provides information on learning disorders, plus local and on-line resources for families and adults coping with learning disorders.
Meta Description: [ The Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta - Edmonton Chapter provides its members with the tools they need to be effective learners, get good educations, and be successful members of their community. ]

Learning Disabilities Association of Canada - Offers fact sheets, publications, research articles, scholarships, conferences, project management initiatives, workshops, event calendar, advocacy, and resources. (In English and French)

Learning Links - An Australian charity providing specialist tuition, therapy, information, and counseling to children with learning difficulties, learning disabilities, or developmental delays and their families.

Mencap - the Learning Disability Charity - Works to gain support, education, housing, jobs, and recreational opportunities for people with learning disabilities. Also offers supportive services to their families and care givers.
Meta Description: [ A UK charity which campaigns for equal rights for children and adults with a learning disability and offers a variety of services to them, their families and their carers. ]

National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) - Offers news, events, information, resources, and referral services; promotes public awareness; develops educational programs; and advocates for more effective policies and legislation. Features Living with LD - a web-based guide for teens and adults to help promote success at school, at work, at home, and in the community.

Nonverbal Learning Disabilities Association - The NLDA promotes research, education, support, and advocacy for people with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, their family members and friends, and for the professionals who work with them.

Northamptonshire Dyslexia Association UK - Raising awareness of dyslexia within Northamptonshire UK. Provide support to dyslexics in education and work, and arrange training events for dyslexics and employers.
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Primary Movement - A charitable organization established to bring a unique program which replicates the primary reflex movements of the fetus and newborn baby into the public domain through training courses for those working with children with specific learning difficulties.
Meta Description: [ Primary Movement, a charitable organisation, was established to bring a specific movement programme into the the public domain through training courses for those working with children with specific learning difficulties. ]

Prospects - A Christian voluntary organisation which values and supports people with learning disabilities so that they live their lives to the full.
Meta Description: [ Prospects: Prospects, (Prospects is a Christian voluntary organisation which values and supports people with learning disabilities so that they live their lives to the full.) ]

Sutton Dyslexia Association - Provides support for dyslexics and their families. The programme of meetings gives an the opportunity to meet and talk with others who are experiencing similar problems.

The British Dyslexia Association - Offers advice, information and help to families, professionals and dyslexic individuals. Committed to raising awareness and understanding of dyslexia, and to effect change.

Warrington Mencap - Charity group providing help and support for people with a learning disability and for their families. Offers recreational activities, clubs, holiday trips, as well as supported and independent living programs.
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