12.29.08
Posted in Brain Injury News at 1:06 pm by Jenny
I thought Christmas came early when I received my copy of the Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, the Official Journal of the National Academy of Neuropsychology. This issue contained two articles, one by Erin D. Bigler, Ph.D. and the other by Glenn J. Larrabee, Ph.D. both addressing the use of the flexible versus the fixed battery in forensic neuropsychology. As if that was not enough, the issue also included a re-publication of the original article published by James N. Butcher, Ph.D., attacking the validity of the Lees-Haley Fake Bad Scale.
For anyone interested in forensic neuropsychology, these articles are a must read.
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12.28.08
Posted in Uncategorized at 5:39 pm by Jenny
SlimShots™, served up in a container that resembles a disposable single serving of coffee cream, is a palm and oat oil blend that is claimed to increase satiety and suppress appetite. According to the retailers, you'll feel full and eat less... all without that annoying "jittery" feeling.
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12.23.08
Posted in Brain Injury News at 1:00 pm by Jenny
Below is a press release which I received from the Brain Injury Association of America in which they applaud the Center for Disease Control's National Center for Injury Prevention on their efforts in funding traumatic brain injury research. I as well applaud the CDC's efforts and offer my continued support for an increasingly necessary area of medical research.
(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The number of civilians in the United States living with a long-term disability from traumatic brain injury (TBI) is now estimated to be 3.17 million, according to a new article published in the Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation (Vol. 23, No. 6, pp. 394-400). The new prevalence estimate reflects the use of updated methodology and is not indicative of a reduction in the annual incidence of TBI, which remains at 1.4 million civilians in the U.S. The estimate is based on the results of statistical modeling and analysis of TBI hospitalization data from three states (Maryland, Vermont and New Jersey) in 2005 and does not include persons with TBI who were treated and released from the emergency department or other healthcare setting and those who did not seek treatment.
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) applauds the CDC for funding this important research and urges swift and widespread use of the new prevalence estimate in the field of brain injury. The Brain Injury Association of America reminds advocates, clinicians, researchers, policymakers and the public that the 3.17 million people living in the U.S. with a long-term disability are unique individuals whose lives are forever changed by their injuries and who need and deserve ongoing specialized rehabilitation, lifelong neurological disease management and individualized services and supports in order to maximize their health, independence and happiness.
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12.22.08
Posted in Uncategorized at 8:56 pm by Jenny
Regular exercise yields incredible benefits: You can lose weight, tone your physique, lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes, and increase your self esteem. But, finding time to workout is what prevents so many people from reaping the rewards of exercise.
So, how can you fit workouts into your already busy schedule?
Fitness experts say when you are first starting out don't overwhelm yourself by trying to find a huge chunk of time to workout. Rather, carve out a few minutes here and there and increase the durations of your routine as time progresses.
Also, look for ways you can burn calories without going to the gym for an hour. For example, park around the block from your meeting rather than directly in front of the building. Or take the bus an extra stop and walk back to your destination.
Another important step in creating an effective workout regime is understanding the difference between moderate and vigorous exercise. Moderate exercise is defined as a level of effort in which your breathing or heart rate increases. For example, walking briskly is a form of moderate exercise. Other moderate levels of exercise include dancing, swimming, and biking.
Meanwhile, vigorous exercise is defined by intense workouts that challenge your body. During vigorous exercises you should notice a marked increase in your breathing or heart rate, to the point where you can't carry on a conversation. Examples of vigorous exercise include jogging, spinning, high impact aerobics, swimming laps, biking uphill, carrying more than 25 pounds up a flight of stairs, and hiking while carrying more than 50 pounds.
In regards to how many minutes of exercise you should get everyday, the U.S. Department of Health And Human Services and Department of Agriculture recommends Americans participate in at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity at least three times of week.
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12.21.08
Posted in Uncategorized at 5:07 pm by Jenny
Now that we know sit ups won't melt away body fat and building muscle doesn't necessarily translate into a speedier metabolism, let's debunk a few more popular fitness myths:
Myth: Lifting Weights Makes You Look Bulky
If you are a woman, who is concerned that lifting weights is going to make you look like Popeye, you can stop worrying. According to experts, women can't develop muscles like men. However, if you are still not convinced, then workout with lighter weights, or complete exercises that use your own bodyweight for resistance. Bottom line: The average woman doesn't produce enough testosterone to build significant bulk.
Myth: Stretching Prevents Injury
While there are few fitness experts who don't advise pre and post workout stretching, there's no conclusive research, which shows that stretching before or after your workout will keep you from injuring a hamstring or other muscle. However, studies show that stretching does increase your range of motion, which makes certain activities easier to complete. If you are really trying to avoid sports-related injuries, experts recommend doing a gradual warm-up that includes some cardio activity.
Myth: Muscle Turns to Fat When You Stop Working Out
Contrary to popular belief muscle never turns into fat. However, if you were ripped and suddenly stopped working out, your muscles will lose tone after 4 to 8 weeks. If you want to keep your toned physique without hitting the gym as much, then increase your cardio activity (walk more, take the stairs, etc.) and decrease the number of calories you consume. According to experts, muscle and fat are different types of tissue, and one can't morph into the other. In most cases when you stop exercising you put on fat and your unused muscles start to atrophy, so they are not as firm as they once were.
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