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14Apr 2017 by Jacqueline

Depression Treatment for Children Using Massage

Massage Therapist, Pediatric Massage Therapist
Pediatric Massage to Treat Depression There is a noticeable increase in the levels of depression in children from all walks of life and ages. The symptoms range from severe mood swings, sudden outbursts, withdrawing from society, acute sadness and an overall change in behavior. Limited interest in food, change in sleeping patterns, peer pressure, bullying, not being able to catch up in class, and no friends, among others, can be some of the reasons for depression. The Rate of Childhood Depression Approximately 2.5% of children in the United States suffer from depression. During childhood years, both boys and girls appear to be at equal risk for depressive disorders. Depression is significantly more common in boys under the age of 10 and by age 16, girls have a greater incidence of…
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12Apr 2017 by Jacqueline

Sensory Sensitivity Treatment for Children Using Massage

Massage Therapist, Pediatric Massage Therapist
Pediatric Massage for Sensory Sensitivity Treatment  Pediatric massage has always been imperative to ensure that babies do not face any fear after coming out of the mother’s womb. The world outside may seem strange to a child who is used to be kept safe and warm for nine months. To maintain contact with the child and to make sure that he/she does not have any physical or mental insecurity, touch therapy works amazingly well. Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist A certified pediatric massage therapist is the ideal person to handle your child providing innumerable benefits. A child’s sleeping patterns improve after a good session of touch therapy. Infants with complications respond favorably and increase their weight and overall functioning. The normal procedure is to start the massage five to six weeks after…
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12Feb 2017 by Jacqueline

Relieving Stress And Anxiety In Children Through Massage

Massage Therapist, Pediatric Massage Therapist
Relieving Stress And Anxiety  Children are the precious little gifts that God has given us. They are what most people look forward to at the end of a long day. They can bring so much joy and playful mischief into our lives. That’s why it’s especially difficult for us when we see them going through anxiety or are under extreme stress. Most people don’t think that children can experience stress. After all, what do they have to worry about in life when they’re under the care of their parents? This is a common misconception. Children have feelings and emotions just like the rest of us and just like adults, they can also experience anxiety and stress. It’s difficult to watch because most of the time, we don’t know what to…
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