Chloe Paltrow, Author at Treatments for Autism

Hyperbaric Therapy for Autism: Is It a Viable Treatment for this Health Condition?

February 27, 2020March 2, 2020 Chloe Paltrow

What is Autism? Is it a mental illness or disorder? There are a lot of myths around autism due to a lack of awareness and understanding among the people. Some of them termed autism as a mental disorder; some feel that autistic people are a danger to society, and some believe that they don’t have feelings. But this is not true. However, sometimes autistic persons may find certain situations challenging while communicating with others in the society. Lack of understanding and widespread public prejudices about autism are the major reasons…

Doctors, Parents Choose Hyperbaric Chamber For Autism in Children

January 3, 2020January 3, 2020 Chloe Paltrow

Autism spectrum disorder, often known as ASD, is a type of neurodevelopmental disorder which renders the affected individual incapable of performing various day-to-day functions, such as undertaking social interactions and reciprocal communication with peers and family members. Those affected by this health condition might also display other persistent impairments, such as restricted or repetitive activities, behavioral patterns, and interests. The symptoms of ASD often manifest early in life, typically in childhood or early adolescence. Moreover, these symptoms usually cause some impairments in academic, social, and occupational settings. However, the degree…

Meghan King Edmonds’ Son Stands Up for the First Time After Irreversible Brain Damage

September 19, 2019September 19, 2019 Chloe Paltrow

Meghan King Edmonds of the Real Housewives of Orange County (RHOC) fame has revealed that her young son Hart is making great progress in his treatment after having been diagnosed with “irreversible brain damage” soon after birth. The 14 month-old Hart King recently stood up for the first time, taking independently to his feet with no help. This incident was captured in a video and shared on Instagram and other social media platforms by Hart’s mother Meghan. Meghan had revealed, via an emotional blog post in July, that one of…

10 Ways to Offer Aid for Autism to Families

April 8, 2019April 8, 2019 Chloe Paltrow

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a serious health condition that requires immense care and understanding towards the kids affected with this condition and also to parents or caregivers of these children. What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental affliction that affects the basic cognitive abilities in patients such as speech, memory, motor skills, and focus. Medical researchers are still trying to unravel the exact causes of ASD. However, the medical fraternity attributes ASD to damaged brain tissues due to prenatal or perinatal complications. Children with…

“Sit Up For Autism Challenge” Goes Viral On World Autism Awareness Day

April 3, 2019April 3, 2019 Chloe Paltrow

A new viral challenge has surfaced on the Internet and it is playing a vital role in raising awareness for an important cause. The 2nd of April was World Autism Awareness Day and the online challenge is helping draw the attention of the masses to this neurodevelopmental disorder. The “Sit Up for Autism Challenge” has gone viral within a day of its inception. This challenge asks participants to do eleven sit-ups, in honor of the fact that every eleven minutes, another person is diagnosed with this disorder and another family…

Corporate Giants are Increasingly Accepting Autistic Individuals Under their Payroll

February 20, 2019March 29, 2019 Chloe Paltrow

The corporate world is always seeking a talent pool that can make a world of difference by infusing new ideas to sculpt a solid future for organizations world over. Till a few years ago, individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum syndrome faced many hurdles during their quest to find the right career prospects. Today, the corporate scenario has evolved in a very positive manner wherein candidates with autism are finding career placements in their areas of expertise. This growing acceptance of autistic individuals into the regular corporate fold is being seen…

Greensburg Police Launches Program to Keep Autistic Kids Safe

November 30, 2018November 30, 2018 Chloe Paltrow

Special-needs children require more attention than others and must to be kept safe from getting lost or wandering off. It is frightening for a parent to find that his/her child has gone missing, especially if the kid has been diagnosed with autism. To keep autistic children safe and protect these families in a more secure way, the Greensburg police have initiated a new program in Decatur County. This safety program is especially important for police chief Brendan Bridges, as his 5-year old son Jackson has also been diagnosed with autism….

How can Hyperbaric Therapy Help Autistic Children Having Muted Fear Response?

June 30, 2018July 16, 2018 Chloe Paltrow

The Essence of Life! The essence of life is always defined by a range of human emotions that we display or convey whilst presented with situations that elicit a certain reaction! These emotions can be classified as moments of happiness, excitement, sorrow, anger, or fear, depending on the life experiences of an individual. Children are always known to express their feelings with a sense of careless abandon, but are quite careful and sensitive if they sense danger or fear. The Impact of Autism on Children: Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD…

Employees with Autism Can Be an Asset to the Company

April 28, 2018June 5, 2018 Chloe Paltrow

When times change, so do perspectives! Earlier individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) had limited job opportunities in the corporate world. However, the scenario has changed for the better as medical science has enabled autistic individuals to avail specific treatment plans that focus on their innate strengths and help them succeed in securing jobs in the corporate environment. How can an organization identify the skill sets of autistic individuals? Most job aspirants strive hard to find jobs that match their skill sets. Large organizations have opened their doors to autistic…

4 Key Questions About Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

December 12, 2017May 18, 2018 Chloe Paltrow

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has gained wide popularity as a treatment for a number of medical conditions. It has also been used as an alternative treatment for several health conditions where conventional medicine has been unable to provide any significant benefits. HBOT involves breathing of 100% oxygen within a chamber, called hyperbaric chamber, in which the atmospheric pressure is controlled and increased. Normally, oxygen transportation within the body takes place through red blood cells. With Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, oxygen dissolves in all fluids of the body, fluids of central nervous…