The stress-reducing effects of art in pediatric health care: art preferences of healthy children and hospitalized children Eisen, S. L., Ulrich, R. S., Shepley, M. M., Varni, J. W., Sherman, S. Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0000 Art is assumed to possess therapeutic benefits of healing for children, as part of patient-focused design in health care. Since the psychological and physiological well-being of children in health care settings is extremely important in contributing to the healing process, it is vitally important to identify what type of art supports stress reduction. Based on adult studies, nature art was anticipated to be the most preferred and to have stress-reducing effects on pediatric patients. Nature art refers to art images dominated by natural vegetation, flowers or water. The objective of this study was to investigate what type of art image children prefer, and what type of art image has potentially stress-reducing effects on children in hospitals. This study used a three-phase, multi-method approach with children aged 5—17 years: a focus group study (129 participants), a randomized study (48 participants), and a quasi-experimental study design (48 participants). Findings were evaluated from three phases. Fear in children with cancer: observations at an outpatient visit Anderzen Carlsson, A., Sorlie, V., Gustafsson, K., Olsson, M., Kihlgren, M. Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0000 The aim of the study was to describe interactions within the family and between them and professionals on a routine visit at a paediatric oncology outpatient clinic where the visiting child was likely to be fearful. Observations were performed. Data were analysed by qualitative content analysis. The behaviours most frequently observed as expressing fear were being quiet, withdrawn or providing detailed descriptions of experiences. Within the theme `Recognition of the fear', an attentive attitude to the fear was traced; fear was confirmed and cooperation was seen. Although many efforts were made to meet the fear, this was not always successful. Within the theme `Lack of attention to the fear', the fear was not in focus due to parental worries and concerns about the child's health, and organizational disturbances. The results can serve as a basis for collegial reflections of how to handle fear in children with cancer.
NPR Topics: Children's Health
Football Uniforms Turn Up The Heat Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:01:00 -0400 Injury-inducing collisions aren't the only safety issues football coaches and trainers need to worry about, physiologists say. High temperatures and humidity can also take a serious toll on players wrapped up in pads and uniforms. As Kids Grow Older, Egalitarianism Honed Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:42:00 -0400 A study in Nature shows that egalitarianism begins to appear in most kids between ages 3 and 8. Scientists who studied 229 Swiss children found that at age 3, 9 percent were willing to share candy with another person. But by age 8, that number rose to 45 percent. Treating Iraqi Children For PTSD Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:35:00 -0400 The war in Iraq has had a severe impact on the country's children. More than 650 children were reported killed there last year. Iraq's children also have been the victims of kidnapping, torture and rape. A clinic for children suffering post-traumatic stress disorder is opening this month in Baghdad.
Understanding for God's Special Children (HUGS), Inc. - This site was created by and for parents and caregivers of children who have nearly drowned. Its contents are intended to provide support, encouragement, hope, and also therapeutic options.
American Family Rights Association - National directory of existing groups and individuals who are working on issues concerning the rights of families, parents, and children.
Meta Description: [ AFRA is the national association of childrens, mothers, fathers, parents, family, justice, freedom advocates. ]
As Safe As Possible Campaign - Ties many organizations together for the common cause of keeping children safe.
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B.C.'s Children's Hospital Foundation - Raised funds to help pay for essential needs of the only pediatric hospital in British Columbia, B.C.'s Children's Hospital. Information on the other organization information is available.
Baby Peaches - A nonprofit organization celebrating new life by providing baby care items and educational information to needy parents.
Bright Futures - Promoting and improving the health, education and well-being of the children and adolescents and their families. Special topic areas include nutrition, oral and mental health and physical activity.
Bright Futures - Virginia - Information on Promoting and improving the health, education, and well-being of children in Virginia. A project of the Virginia Department of Health, Division of Child and Adolescent Health and Division of Women's and Infants' Health.
Canadian Institute of Child Health - Dedicated to promoting and protecting the health, well-being and rights of all children and youth through monitoring, education and advocacy.
Canadian Paediatric Society - Promotes quality health care for children and youth in Canada by setting standards, and also through advocacy and professional development for paediatric specialists.
Meta Description: [ Working for kids since 1922 to provide CPS members, other health care professionals, parents and journalists with information about child health care. ]
500Child Survival Collaborations and Resources Group - CORE Group works worldwide to improve the health status of children and mothers in underserved populations.
Meta Description: [ The CORE Group provides resources and links for child survival, integrated management of childhood illness, malaria, polio and resources for the PVO and NGO community. ]
Children Affected By AIDS Foundation - A non-profit organization which raises money to help children who are affected by aids. Provides information and resources on the growing epidemic of pediatric AIDS.
Meta Description: [ A non-profit organization helping children affected by AIDS. ]
Children's Dream Foundation - Foundation active in West Chester County and Hudson Valley, New York, whose only agenda is improving the health care services provided to the community's children.
Children's Futures Initiative - Provides information about program created to improve child health and development outcomes.
Children's Rehabilitation Center Philippines - A non-government, non-profit organization that provides psychosocial service to children victims, and their families, of state violence.
Childrens Blood Foundation - Supports the Division of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at New York- Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Meta Description: [ The Children's Cancer & Blood Foundation (CCBF) is committed to helping children with blood disorders and cancers such as ITP, Thalassemia, Hemophilia, Anemias, and Leukemia. ]
CRY: Cardiac Risk in the Young - A charity that raises awareness of Sudden Death Syndrome and supports those who have suffered and promotes cardiac screening.
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Global Healing - Dedicated to bringing modern healthcare programs to developing parts of the world.
GodsKids.org - Links individual's, companies, and churches together to help children in need. Raises the awareness of the children in need through advertising and promotional efforts.
Heart-to-Heart Foundation - Details about this Kenyan medical charity dedicated to the prevention, control and treatment of heart diseases in needy children. Offer program and event information as well as news and articles.
International Association for Adolescent Health - A multidisciplinary, non-government organization, whose focus is on youth health and well-being.
Meta Description: [ The International Association for Adolescent Health, a multidisciplinary, non-government organization with a broad focus on youth health. ]
International Youth Foundation - An independent, international, nongovernmental organization dedicated to the positive development of children and youth throughout the world.
Kidney Research - Concentrating on Children - Provides practical assistance in finding cures for paediatric kidney and related diseases.
Meta Description: [ Diabetes and high blood pressure cause kidney disease in adults. Urinary infections and genetics can result in renal failure and dialysis and transplant in children. Kidney Research gives medical grants to paediatric nephrologists to find a cure. ]
Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (KEEN) - Volunteer organization providing free one-on-one recreational opportunities for children and young adults with mental and physical disabilities.
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Locks of Love - Provides hair prosthetics for children with long-term medical hair loss, free of charge or on a sliding scale. Includes information on donating human hair and fundraising.
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Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health - Dedicated exclusively to the promotion and protection of children's health through fundraising, grantmaking and providing an informed perspective.
Meta Description: [ As a fundraiser, community grantmaker and source of information, Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health is the Bay Area's sole foundation dedicated exclusively to child health. ]
McAdams Foundation - Provides financial assistance to physically and mentally challenged young people in Greater Victoria and on Vancouver Island.
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Medical Missions Foundation - Mission members perform surgeries and provide critical care to disadvantaged and forgotten people. The foundation has directly treated thousands of indigent patients around the world.
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development - NICHD seeks to assure that every individual is born healthy, is born wanted, and has the opportunity to fulfill his or her potential for a healthy and productive life unhampered by disease or disability.
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New York Foundling Hospital - Strengthens family life and fosters healing of children and parents whose lives are disrupted by illness, disability, abuse, or poverty.
Operation Smile United Kingdom - Dedicated volunteers repair childhood facial deformities and advocate for sustainable healthcare systems for children and families.
Meta Description: [ Not-for-profit, volunteer medical services organization that provides reconstructive facial surgery to indigent children and young adults ]
Population Services International - Nonprofit organization which seeks to increase the availability of health and population control products/services in low-income areas of the world.
Meta Description: [ A nonprofit group based in Washington, D.C., PSI is the leading social marketing organization in the world, improving health with programs in safe water, malaria, micronutrients, family planning and HIV/AIDS in more than 70 countries. ]
React - Helps children with life-limiting illness living at home with their families. Information on services offered, and how to apply for them. Also includes details for those who wish to help.
Soaringwords - An online support network for sick children and their families. Features stories, creative works, counseling, and gifts.
Stiftung NOAH - A non-profit organization offering free online Care Guides for parents of children suffering from a variety of serious medical conditions.
Meta Description: [ Die Stiftung NOAH stellt Eltern von behinderten oder schwer erkrankten Kindern auf ihrer Website hochwertige und kostenlose Ressourcen über die Kinderkrankenpflege zur Verfügung. ]
The Capper Foundation - Mission is to enhance the independence of people with physical disabilities, primarily children.
The Children's Medical Research Foundation, Inc. - A non-profit organization dedicated to raising public awareness for Sanfilippo Syndrome and other neuro-genetic disorders afflicting children.
The Gift From The Heart Foundation - Provides support for children with health deficiencies coming from disadvantaged families regardless of geographic boundaries.
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The Hope Project - A resource and information site for parents of children with special needs. Particular expertise with autism.
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The Paediatric Society of New Zealand - PSNZ - promoting the welfare of New Zealand children. Includes news and events, press releases, guidelines, and committee information.
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The Ray Helfer Society - An honorary society of physicians seeking to provide leadership to enhance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of child abuse and neglect.
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United Cerebral Palsy of Metropolitan Dallas - Educational programming and therapeutic services for children with any type of developmental delay. Serving children in Texas.
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Up 'til Dawn at Pace University - A student-run program to help raise money for children at the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Tennessee.
