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Complementary and alternative medicine in developmental disabilities.

Kelly A Brown1, Dilip R Patel

  • 1Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|January 5, 2006
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Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use is growing for developmental disabilities (DD). This review examines the prevalence of various CAM therapies for conditions like autism and ADHD.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Public Health
  • Developmental Pediatrics

Background:

  • Developmental disabilities (DD) encompass chronic conditions affecting major life activities.
  • Common examples include autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, and ADHD.
  • Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is increasingly popular for various health conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the prevalence of different types of CAM therapies used for developmental disabilities.
  • To understand current trends in CAM utilization for pediatric chronic conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on CAM usage in individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Analysis of reported prevalence rates for various CAM modalities.

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Main Results:

  • CAM therapies are frequently used by individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Prevalence varies significantly depending on the specific developmental disability and CAM type.
  • Further research is needed to establish efficacy and safety.

Conclusions:

  • CAM represents a significant area of interest for managing developmental disabilities.
  • Understanding CAM prevalence is crucial for healthcare providers and researchers.
  • Future studies should focus on evidence-based CAM integration into care plans.