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 Constant anxiety due to stress can have devastating effects on children 

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| A child’s brain is at a developing stage, making it prone to the effects of traumatic incidents. The stress and trauma affect the mental health of children adversely and hinder their proper development. The stress may be due to factors that include extreme poverty, parents’ substance abuse problems or witnessing their mothers being victims of domestic violence. Being uncared for or feelings of neglect can impair emotional development for prolonged periods and may result in behavioral problems.

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A child's brain is at a developing stage, making it prone to the effects of traumatic incidents. The stress and trauma affect the mental health of children adversely and hinder their proper development. The stress may be due to factors that include extreme poverty, parents' substance abuse problems or witnessing their mothers being victims of domestic violence. Being uncared for or feelings of neglect can impair emotional development for prolonged periods and may result in behavioral problems.

Persistent levels of anxiety due to stressful experiences can also cause brain inflammation in children, resulting in memory loss. Researches using laboratory mice have reported how long-term anxiety triggered forgetfulness. Memory loss is the result of alterations in the brain structure, including inflammation caused by one's immune system. This may impede the learning process and result in troubling behavior while also endangering the health of those affected.

Stressed kids may exhibit flight-or-fight response

Studies show that children, who have continuously lived in and out of foster homes or have been brought up by parents with drug addiction or born to mothers suffering from depression/domestic violence, are more likely to exhibit flight-or-fight response. Kids fleeing their homes ravaged in war-torn countries exhibit signs of extreme stress similar to those who have been abused sexually.

While parents tend to undermine the effects of continued and unwarranted stress that may be toxic, they need to be aware of the fact that its impact can be more damaging than physical disorders, including meningitis, polio or pertussis. "Childhood experiences, both positive and negative, have a tremendous impact on future violence victimization and perpetration, and lifelong health and opportunity. As such, early experiences are an important public health issue," emphasized experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC) in its report on "Adverse Childhood Experiences."

Clinicians treating children for stress or psychological diseases must inquire about the nature and kind of stress they face in their families. Besides, parents should educate their wards about the potential risks involved and help them find ways to alleviate stress levels. Experts have suggested how traumatic experiences shape human brains, resulting in them exhibiting risk-taking behaviors, including addiction, unprotected sex or involvement in unscrupulous activities. There is an imminent need for parents and guardians to strive to ensure a stress-free environment in a bid to make their wards more resilient to toxic situations.

Recovery roadmap

Mental health disorders do not discriminate. Whether it be a child, an adult or an elderly person, anybody can suffer from a mental problem. According to the CDC, about 7 percent children aged 3-17 years, have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), while 3 percent suffer from anxiety.

Experts at Sovereign Health, a leading mental heal care provider in the United States, not only help their young patients get rid of the stress and trauma they undergo, but also examine the root causes resulting in such a situation. As recurring stress levels can impair children's development, clinicians at our anxiety disorders treatment centers in California recommend a combination of effective remedial therapies, along with medicines during the treatment process.

To know more about our centers offering anxiety disorder treatment in California, you may call our 24/7 helpline number 866-973-7164 or chat with our online representative. Our clinicians advise comprehensive treatment for anxiety considering its pervasive effects.

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Constant anxiety due to stress can have devastating effects on children - Sovereign Mental Health

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A child's brain is at a developing stage, making it prone to the effects of traumatic incidents. The stress and trauma affect the mental health of children adversely and hinder their proper development. The stress may be due to factors that include extreme poverty, parents' substance abuse problems or witnessing their mothers being victims of ...

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World Hepatitis Day: Simultaneous mental health checkup beneficial to hepatitis patients 

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World Hepatitis Day: Simultaneous mental health checkup beneficial to hepatitis patients 

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| The risk of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is highest among people with poor health or living a deteriorated quality of life. Impaired health can be the result of cirrhosis, injecting drugs, co-occurring psychological illnesses, incessant drinking habits and poor social support, among others. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), clinicians diagnosed roughly 30,500 new cases of hepatitis C in 2014.

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The risk of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is highest among people with poor health or living a deteriorated quality of life. Impaired health can be the result of cirrhosis, injecting drugs, co-occurring psychological illnesses, incessant drinking habits and poor social support, among others. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC), clinicians diagnosed roughly 30,500 new cases of hepatitis C in 2014.

Experts believe that a chronic form of the HCV infection may result in lifelong illness, causing psychosocial problems. These problems may include depression, anxiousness and other major mental health disorders. Elucidating on how suffering from a HCV infection can adversely affect one's state of mind, Dr. Andrew Muir, associate professor of medicine and clinical director of hepatology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, said, "People with hepatitis C are at increased risk for mental health issues compared with people in the general population."

The impact of psychological illnesses are not limited to those living with HCV, but also extends to those seeking treatment for its symptoms and effects. While the kinds of mental health problems attributed to the onset and progression of HCV is known, a detailed understanding of their nature and extent would go a long way in looking for an appropriate treatment plan.

Examining link between depression and HCV

Not many people understand what HCV is all about and this has led to many misconceptions surrounding the disease. Certain myths such as, the infection spreads by sharing of utensils or shaking hands and has no cure, have resulted in improper behavior and attitudes towards such patients that serve as impediments to the prevention of the spread of the infectious disease. Social isolation and psychological barriers against those affected can lead to depression.

Though scientists have been unable to calculate the prevalence of depression among chronic HCV patients, figures indicate that the pervasiveness of the symptoms among folks living with the virus is significantly higher than that of the general population.

Determining association between anxiety and HCV

Detection of HCV can result in extreme anxiousness coupled with feelings of nervousness that can cause mood swings. Anxiety arises out of fear of future events, including likelihood of liver cancer or death. In addition, anxiety is one of the side effects of the drugs administered to HCV patients. Severe anxiety can interfere with completion of HCV treatment, thus, making it an uphill task for the patients recommended medicines during therapy. Such patients may exhibit common symptoms of anxiety, including jittery feelings, rapid heartbeat, constant uneasiness, tendency to be restless and agitated, dry mouth and excessive perspiration.

Stressing on the link between anxiety and HCV medications, Muir said, "Some of the older treatments can make depression, anxiety and irritability worse due to their side effects. The new treatments are less likely to cause these side effects and also offer more hope for their ability to clear the virus."

July 28 is observed each year as the "World Hepatitis Day" in a bid to raise awareness of the disease on a global level. Medical professionals, health care advocates and voluntary community service providers organize seminars, meetings and make use of various marketing gimmicks to encourage prevention, diagnosis and treatment for the virus.

Seeking mental health treatment

Imminent treatment of HCV is important, but one must not disregard the importance of getting a mental health checkup during the recovery process. Poor mental health hampers all chances of adequate recovery of such patients, necessitating the need to be in touch with mental health professionals.

If you or a loved one is suffering from anxiety or depression, consult a mental health expert at Sovereign Health for generalized anxiety treatment in Los Angeles. We provide state-of-the-art treatment for people suffering from any kind of mental disorders. Call our 24/7 helpline number 866-973-7164 or chat online with one of our experts to know about our GAD treatment centers in Los Angeles and other parts of the U.S.

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The risk of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is highest among people with poor health or living a deteriorated quality of life. Impaired health can be the result of cirrhosis, injecting drugs, co-occurring psychological illnesses, incessant drinking habits and poor social support, among others. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), clinicians ...

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Barbie’s vlog gives health tips to kids

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| Of late, several eminent personalities from around the globe have been vocal about their fights against mental illnesses, thus helping fight the stigma attached to it. Having experienced the harsh truth themselves and well aware of the impact of mental issues, these personalities have been doing their bit through talks and discussions to alter the way mental illnesses are perceived. The latest to join the league is Barbie, the celebrity doll – a prized possession for all girls.

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Of late, several eminent personalities from around the globe have been vocal about their fights against mental illnesses, thus helping fight the stigma attached to it. Having experienced the harsh truth themselves and well aware of the impact of mental issues, these personalities have been doing their bit through talks and discussions to alter the way mental illnesses are perceived. The latest to join the league is Barbie, the celebrity doll - a prized possession for all girls.

In March 2016, the Barbie YouTube channel started a vlog "from Barbie," titled "Feeling Blue? You're Not Alone." Although, the vlog (video blog) was not so popular initially, it gradually started garnering views. It has now been viewed for more than 3 million times after being reposted by the Facebook page "Superficial." Captioned as " Barbie Just Ended Depression," the video has been posted as part of one of the most prominent mental health campaigns focusing on kids.

Barbie's mental health tips

With an aim to help young children understand that "it's okay not to be okay," the video is accessible by anyone who has been a Barbie fan. The vlog does not aim to depict mental illness as a crisis situation, but initiates a discussion before some major issues arise and assists kids with a language they might need in case they experience some struggle.

The video makes use of softer terms, such as "the blues" instead of "depression" or "mental health." For instance, Barbie says in a video: "I woke up this morning feeling a little blue. No real reason I can think of, just blue."

Apparently, it has been done to make children feel at ease and prevent them from using heavy terms so as to prevent panicking among parents. Through the video, Barbie has also shared some self-care tips, such as journaling, exercise, and organizing her room, to help one with mental illness feel better. She has also supported the idea of communicating with others about one's mental illness so as to improve their health.

Barbie also explains smartly the fact that an individual who appears to be perfect and someone who is always happy can also have mental health issues. She explains this concept through her own identity when she is supposed to be a merry person all the time but still has her own days of feeling blue.

The vlog concludes with Barbie deciding not to be so hard on herself. She agrees that it's not only her who is feeling that way. In fact, anyone can feel like her at some point in his/her life, which helps her feel better about herself.

Seeking help

The idea behind creating this video is not to promote Barbie, but to address the mental health issues bothering people world over. Breaking down the notion that mental health issues can be improved by just going for a brisk walk, it helps people understand that it's okay not to be okay as there are others who are struggling too.

Even as the Mental Health Awareness Month, observed annually in May in the United States, comes to an end, let's aim to continue spreading awareness on the habits and behaviors that increase the risk of developing or exacerbating mental illnesses, providing support to the affected people and advocating for the equal care of people with mental illnesses.

Mental illnesses can be best cured by seeking help from a professional mental health expert. If you or someone you know is dealing with a mental illness and seeking help from one of the best mental health centers in California, you can find solace in Sovereign Health. Call our 24/7 helpline number 866-973-7164 or chat online to get complete information about our state-of-the-art facilities offering mental health programs in California and other states.

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Prince William talks candidly about mental health issues on Princess Diana’s 20th death anniversary

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| While the world still finds it difficult to cope with the trauma of the sudden demise of Princess Diana of Wales after a fatal car crash in Paris in 1997, there’s a lot more about this incident that was under wraps till date. The extent of trauma and pain faced by Princess Diana’s entire family, especially her two sons, was not known to many until last month when Prince Harry opened up about how this loss affected his life and mental health and how he had to take therapy to recover.

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Invest in employees’ mental health for higher returns

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Invest in employees’ mental health for higher returns

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| Mental health is an individual’s condition pertaining to his/her emotional and psychological well-being. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), approximately one in five adults in the U.S. experiences a mental illness in a given year.

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Mental health is an individual's condition pertaining to his/her emotional and psychological well-being. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), approximately one in five adults in the U.S. experiences a mental illness in a given year.

Mental health disorders can affect any individual, manifesting in conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, etc. with symptoms like high stress levels, exhaustion, disturbed sleep patterns and substance abuse. When affecting an employee, these conditions can make him or her miss time from work and be less efficient. This, in turn, can result in loss for the company.

Employees' mental health matters

There are a number of researches that support the fact that a sound mental health is not only important for an employee but for the employer as well. Given below are the ways in which sound mental health translates into success for a company:

1. Improved productivity: The biggest benefit of an employee's good mental health comes in the form of reduced absenteeism from work. A healthy employee is more likely to stay motivated to work and recover quickly from his/her illness, in case it is diagnosed. Increased presence at work implies more productivity, better performance and thus more profits for the company.

2. Enhanced reputation: Taking care of the employees' mental health not only benefits the existing employees, but also proves beneficial for the company's reputation in the long run. This is essentially important when the company begins its process of recruitment. Following sound mental health practices also improves the company's standing among its customers as well as in the eyes of the public as this demonstrates its sense of public responsibility.

3. Fosters positive environment: A supportive and safe working environment encourages healthy behavior and relationships. Some employers allow their employees to take time off to create a healthy life away from work. Alternatively, employers can plan team-building activities, access to substance abuse counseling, meditation classes, and mental health seminars in the workplace to exhibit his/her encouragement.

4. Reduced costs: Helping the employees maintain a sound mental and physical health can help reduce the costs to the company. From sick pay costs, insurance costs to recruitment and training costs, an employee with a healthy brain and physique not only lowers the financial burden on the company but also leads to gains in terms of higher productivity.

5. Improved business performance: A healthy staff delivers higher productivity and performance at his/her job. This, in turn, helps to improve the business results and profit margins, generating more revenues.

Road to recovery

Stress, depression and anxiety are some of the common causes behind staff's absence from work. However, it is possible to avoid such situations by offering the right kind of help and support to the person. It is important for companies to make sure that their employees are well-informed and aware about the different mental disorders that might affect anyone. Fostering a healthy work-place culture, making treatment accessible to all, taking part in health promotion events and introducing well-being programs are some measures that can go a long way in ensuring a mentally healthy employee.

If you, your colleague, or a loved one is dealing with any form of mental illness and is looking for help from one of the best mental health treatment centers in Los Angeles, Sovereign Health can help. Call our 24/7 helpline number 866-973-7164 or chat online with one of our experts. Sovereign Health's treatment center is counted among one of the best mental health facilities in Los Angeles.

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President Trump’s 100 days in office: His bid to repeal Obamacare again lacks support 

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Even as President Donald Trump completes his 100 days in the Oval Office this April end, he seems to be denied his most awaited “success” on the health care reform. Not just the opposition is united against any such move of the Trump administration, but some Republicans also seem to be posing a major hurdle.

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Even as President Donald Trump completes his 100 days in the Oval Office this April end, he seems to be denied his most awaited "success" on the health care reform. Not just the opposition is united against any such move of the Trump administration, but some Republicans also seem to be posing a major hurdle.

According to reports, House Republican leaders on Thursday delayed a vote on their Obamacare repeal bill - a second attempt to roll back the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or simply the Affordable Care Act (ACA) - until next week at the earliest, denying Trump the legislative victory during his tumultuous 100 days in office. Earlier, the planned vote on the ACA repeal bill was cancelled last month by House Speaker Paul D. Ryan after it became clear that even the House Republicans were not supporting it.

President trump needs 216 votes to repeal Obamacare and pass the new health bill, called the American Health Care Act of 2017 (AHCA). Obamacare, legislated by the 111th United States Congress and signed into law by the then President Barack Obama on March 23, 2010, focuses on helping hospitals and primary physicians improve health outcomes by lowering costs, improving accessibility and modifying procedures financially, technologically and clinically.
Not enough votes
Even though President Trump has been pushing for the rollback of Obamacare, no new vote has been scheduled by him as the Republicans and administration officials are still in the process of discussing changes in the AHCA.

One of the senior Grand Old Party (GOP) leaders expressed his doubts on whether the president would actually be able to get the votes required to repeal the ACA. There is also a possibility that the White House might face a government cessation unless the lawmakers find a common platform for the new bill by the end of the next week.

Opposition from ruling party members

Several Republican lawmakers are objecting to the repeal of Obamacare. Representative Jeff Denham opposed the move saying that he would not support it unless it left significant parts of the Obamacare intact.

The still prevalent Obamacare provides federal aid to states that has allowed them to expand the Medicaid safety net programs and scale back tax subsidies that help millions of low- and middle-income Americans buy commercial health plans. If the bill is repealed, millions of low- and middle- income Americans will be left without insurance.

Along with this, the House bill would also revoke several taxes that are imposed by the current law to fund the expansion of health coverage. If that was not all, the house bill would also scrap the unnecessary requirement of having an insurance or paying a penalty.

Debra Ness, president of the National Partnership for Women & Families, also believes that the latest attempt is full of broken promises and misleading rhetoric. According to her, the promises made by President Trump and proposed in the new bill contradict each other. While he had promised to protect health coverage for those with preexisting conditions, the new plan destabilizes this critically important and popular ACA provision.

Winning over the vote bank would not be easy for the present government, since the insurers and patient advocates are demanding a commitment from the President's administration to continue providing an additional financial aid to low-income Americans who currently buy health coverage through the ACA marketplaces.

Balancing physical and mental health

Sound physical and mental health should be the top priority for anybody. Sovereign Health pioneers in treating mental and behavioral health disorders, addiction, and dual diagnosis. Our mental health centers in California have state-of-the-art infrastructure that are well-equipped to handle even complicated cases of mental problems, addiction issues or both. Our treatment facilities in the state and beyond are backed by most of the private insurers.

If there's someone you know who is dealing with some form of mental illness, we can help. Call our 24/7 helpline number 866-973-7164 or chat online with our representative to know more about our mental health rehabilitation centers in California, and in other parts of the United States.

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President Trump's 100 days in office: His bid to repeal Obamacare again lacks support - Sovereign Mental Health

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Even as President Donald Trump completes his 100 days in the Oval Office this April end, he seems to be denied his most awaited "success" on the health care reform. Not just the opposition is united against any such move of the Trump administration, but some Republicans also seem to be posing a major hurdle.

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Sought counseling after nearly two decades of my mother’s death, reveals Prince Harry 

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Sought counseling after nearly two decades of my mother’s death, reveals Prince Harry 

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| In what seems to be a revelation of sorts, Prince Harry recently confessed that it was a struggle for him to come to terms with his mother, Princess Diana’s, death. He said that he shut down his emotions for nearly 20 years, after his mother died in a car crash on August 31, 1997, when he was just 12 years old.

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In what seems to be a revelation of sorts, Prince Harry recently confessed that it was a struggle for him to come to terms with his mother, Princess Diana's, death. He said that he shut down his emotions for nearly 20 years, after his mother died in a car crash on August 31, 1997, when he was just 12 years old.

Prince Harry also disclosed that during this stressful time, it was his brother, Prince William, who was a constant source of encouragement urging him to seek help. He revealed that he only started speaking about his grief to a professional at the age of 28, after two years of suffering constant anxiety during royal engagements. "I have probably been very close to a complete breakdown on numerous occasions...when all sorts of grief, lies and misconceptions come to you from every angle," said Prince Harry talking about his condition.

Mental health and loss are related

It has often been seen that when a person experiences a loss, there seems to be a permanent void, which can never be filled again. Though, for some, it becomes easier with time to live with the pain, for others, the loss impacts them for life.

One such consequence is depression that can be triggered by the death of a loved one. It is a mental health condition that can hamper an individual's entire life. Fatigue, loss of appetite, losing interest in things that were usually enjoyable, inability to concentrate on either personal or professional life, sleeping too much, not socializing at all, and staying indoors most of the time, are some of the common symptoms that can be noticed in an individual suffering from depression.

If not taken care of, depression can turn a person into a social pariah, wherein he refrains from the slightest contact with the outer world, and bottles up his feelings. Prince Harry's statement, "I can safely say that losing my mum at the age of 12, and therefore shutting down all of my emotions for the last 20 years, has had a quite serious effect on not only my personal life but my work as well," confirms this.

According to Katherine Keyes, assistant professor, Epidemiology, at the Mailman School of Health, Columbia University, "When someone loses a close personal relationship, even late in life, there is a profound effect on the sense of self and self-reflection."

Don't hide, talk about mental health

For most people who are inflicted with a mental ailment, the toughest bit is talking about it. Admitting that one has a problem is often the most prominent obstacle that needs to be overcome. It has been seen that people, especially men, refrain from talking about their mental condition for the fear of judgment by friends and peers.

Talking about why he thought seeking help was the best thing he did, Prince Harry said, "Keeping it quiet is only ever going to make it worse...You'll be surprised, firstly, at how much support you get, and secondly, how many people literally are longing for you to come out. You've got so much more in common than you thought with some people."

It is not that difficult to seek help for mental health conditions. Sovereign Health, one of the leading mental health centers in California, offers comprehensive treatment to patients suffering from mental disorders such as depression. Our holistic approach and innovative treatment methods help a patient turn his life around and look forward to living normally again.

If you or your loved one is suffering from a mental disorder, call our 24/7 helpline at 866-973-7164 for further advice. You can also chat online with our medical experts for more information about mental health facilities in California.

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Children with sleep apnea have lesser gray matter, finds study 

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| Little John is a bundle of joy for his parents, a blessing for all those close to the family, and an absolute delight to be around. He is an energetic kid, who loves being out and about, and is quite liked by the neighbors.

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Little John is a bundle of joy for his parents, a blessing for all those close to the family, and an absolute delight to be around. He is an energetic kid, who loves being out and about, and is quite liked by the neighbors.

However, off late, John has started staying in his bed, and sleeping longer hours than what could be considered normal. His parents are worried, as he snores loudly, and often gasps for air while sleeping. Finally, after observing the situation for some time, his parents consulted a doctor. A careful observation of his sleeping patterns led the doctor to conclude that the child suffered from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

As per the American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA), one to four percent of children, aged between 2 and 8 years are affected by sleep apnea. Experts say that while some affected children may grow out of their symptoms, there seems to be a pertinent connection between the sleep disturbances and delayed neuronal growth in developing brains.

Sleep apnea connected with gray matter loss

A recent study, published in the journal Scientific Reports in March 2017, compared a sample size of 16 children with OSA aged between 7 and 11 years with moderate to severe sleep apnea to children from the same age group not afflicted by the disorder. Each of them had to undergo MRI brain scans, neuro-cognitive testing and had their sleeping patterns monitored.

The results were then compared with nine healthy children of the same ethnicity, weight, and age who didn't have OSA. In addition, they were also compared with 191 MRI scans of children who constituted the existing pediatric-MRI database compiled by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

It was found that there was a significant reduction in the gray matter in various regions of the brain in children with sleep apnea. These brain cells are usually involved in the emotions, memory, perception, speech, self-control and decision-making.

The various areas of the brain that were affected included:

Prefrontal cortices, responsible for personality, complex behaviors and planning.

Frontal cortices, known for controlling problem-solving, movement, language, memory, impulse control and judgment.

Temporal lobe, responsible for controlling selective listening and hearing.

Parietal cortices, known for controlling sensory input integration.

Brainstem, responsible for respiratory and cardiovascular function control.

According to Leila Kherandish-Gozal, one of the lead authors of the study, MD and director of pediatric clinical sleep research at the University of Chicago, though the researchers do not yet have an exact guide that can correlate loss of gray matter with specific cognitive deficits, they feel that there is strong evidence of extensive neuronal damage or loss compared to children not affected with OSA

More research needed to study effect of reduction of gray matter

David Gozal, co-author and MD, professor of pediatrics, University of Chicago clarified that though the MRI scans gave an idea of the differences in the volume of gray matter, they were inconclusive as far as answering what happens to the affected neurons at a cellular level is concerned. He further added that better scan resolutions would be needed to determine whether the brain cells had just shrunk or had been completely lost.

The researchers also mentioned that the consequences of this loss are difficult to measure. Further, the children studied for this research were too young and the link between gray matter and intelligence have so far only been studied in children at an average of 15.4 years. The authors said that the exact nature of this phenomena and whether it can be reversed is yet to be explored. However, since gray matter reduction can impact brain function and so cognitive development, therefore, more in-depth research is needed.

Help is available

Sleep apnea can be a debilitating illness to live with, it is, therefore, necessary to seek help early so that the condition can be detected and dealt with immediately.

Sovereign Health is one of the finest mental health centers in California and offers a wide variety of treatment options, as well as a holistic environment for patients with mental health disorders to make a speedy recovery.

If you or your loved one is suffering from such a condition, call our 24/7 helpline number 866-973-7164 for further assistance. You can also chat online with our medical experts for more information on mental health facilities in California.

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