Pediatric therapy programs help children who may not be meeting specific motor and developmental milestones. According to the Illinois Department of Human Services, most developmental differences are nothing to worry about, but in some children, the differences can...
Since 1949, May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, with the goal of raising awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues. About half of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition sometime in their...
Physical, occupational and speech therapies offer a range of support for individuals with epilepsy or traumatic brain injuries. Traumatic brain injury occurs when an injury disrupts the way the brain functions. Mild traumatic brain injury may affect your brain cells...
By 2030, it is estimated that adults over age 65 will comprise one-fifth of the US population. The Institute of Medicine reports that 14-20 percent of older adults have significant mental health concerns. Geriatric psychiatry specializes in providing care and...
While adult day programs are commonly associated with seniors, this program also serves individuals with chronic health conditions, those with the inability to manage independently and adults who are isolated or lonely. Seniors who seldom see anyone outside of their...
Speech is an expression of thoughts and feelings using articulate sounds. A speech disorder or communication disorder is when normal speech is disrupted and communication using spoken words is blocked. Speech therapy is the assessment and treatment of communications...