Amanda Sue Benavidez LPC

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• 10 Tips for New Autism Parents

  When you are raising children, an autism diagnosis can knock you off your feet. It means lifestyle change, not only for you and your child but for your whole family.If your child has just been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you understand exactly what we are talking about.At this...

• What is a High-risk Pregnancy?

  Pregnancy is considered high-risk if there are specific challenges during or after delivery, and special monitoring is required for either mother or the child if the pregnancy is deemed high-risk. The mother or the baby may have increased risk of developing health issues and may need special care....

• Depression in Seniors

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• Vitamin D Can Reduce a Child's Risk of Becoming Obese

  Higher levels of vitamin D in newborns may reduce the risk of obesity in childhood, as it is linked to better sensitivity to insulin, according to  a study presented at the Obesity Society's 28th annual scientific meeting in San Diego. Susanna Y. Huh, MD, MPH, a doctor at Children's Hospital Boston...

• 7 Things that Should be Known About Muscular Dystrophy

  Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. MD is a progressive disorder which means that it worsens over time. It affects skeletal muscles that are responsible for controlling body movement and eventually affects other organs. There...