Adult ADHD

Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder and neurobehavioral disorder characterized by either significant difficulties of inattention or hyperactivity and impulsiveness or a combination of the two. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia

A progressive degenerative disease of the brain, which may lead to Dementia. On a cellular level, Alzheimer's disease is characterized by unusual helical protein filaments in nerve cells (Neurons) of the brain. These odd twisted

Asthma

Asthma is a disorder that causes the airways of the lungs to swell and narrow, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. Asthma is caused by inflammation in the airways. When an

Bipolar Disorder

Sometimes called Manic Depression, about 1 in 10 people who suffer from depression also have periods of "high" or "manic" moods. These are intense or severe mood swings that can be serious and  at times

Crohn’s Disease

Crohn's disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease. It usually affects the intestines, but may occur anywhere from the mouth to the end of the rectum. The exact cause of Crohn's disease is unknown.

Depression

An illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts and affects the way a person eats, sleeps, and the way one thinks about self or others. A Depressive Disorder is not the same as a

Diabetic Neuropathy

Nerve damage caused from diabetes. Over time, high sugar levels begin to break down nerves, causing damage. Diabetic Neuropathy targets specific areas of the body, which can cause severe pain. It is estimated that around

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that leads to abdominal pain and cramping, changes in bowel movements, and other symptoms. About 1 in 6 people in the U.S. have symptoms of IBS. IBS can

Migraine

A neurological syndrome associated with pulsating pain on one side of the head that can be disabling in its severity. Due to hormonal changes, migraines occur three times more in women than men. Triggers for

Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis or MS is an autoimmune disease that affects the Central Nervous System. The cause of MS is not known, but there are factors and scientific theories being researched. The myelin sheath is a

Post-Stroke Spasticity

Spasticity affects up to 58 percent of stroke survivors and significantly impacts stroke survivor quality of life and caregiver burden. Post-stroke spasticity does not often set in until weeks, months or even years after a

Schizophrenia

Almost 2% of the population suffers from a schizophrenia related disorder. Individuals with this condition can experience a range of symptoms from extreme apathy to experiencing hallucinations, paranoid and delusional thinking.

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Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a lifelong disease in which there are high levels of sugar in the blood. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Diabetes is caused by a problem in