How a Speech and Language Pathologist Can Help ALS Patients
In this video from Swallowing and Neurological Rehabilitation, LLC, speech and language pathologist (SLP), Tiffany Turner,…
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7 Things to Keep in Mind If a Loved One Has ALS
An amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnosis can be devastating for both the patient and their family. If a loved one has…
Busting Popular Myths About Depression
This video from Big Think deals with some of the common myths surrounding depression. MORE: Could exercise help…
Explaining the Progression of ALS
This illustrated video from Stichting ALS Nederland briefly explains the neurodegenerative disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). MORE: C…
What’s the Difference Between ALS and MS?
There are some similarities between amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and multiple sclerosis (MS). Both are diseases…
ALS Journeys: Andy’s Final Goodbye
This video series by the Brattleboro Reformer follows Andy Leclaire’s journey with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). In this particular episode, friends…
Woman Invents Magnetic Shirt to Help People With Disabilities
Following her husband’s frustration at not being able to do up the buttons on his formal work shirts, Maura Horton…
7 Physical Clues You Could Have Depression
Many people who suffer from chronic illnesses also suffer from depression. Depression isn’t something that should be overlooked; it should be brought to your…
NFL Star Dwight Clark Reveals He Has ALS
Last week, former NFL player Dwight Clark revealed that he’s been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). According to a report in…
Could Exercise Help ALS Patients With Swallowing?
In this video from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Speech Language Pathologist Emily Plowman talks about whether exercise can help amyotrophic…