Communication disorders and audiology, including speech-language pathology, hearing assessment, cochlear implants, swallowing disorders, and communication rehabilitation
4 papersTeachers at a storytelling club in Jakarta are using digital technology to enhance storytelling for preschoolers, making it more entertaining, engaging, and theatrical. They believe digital tools like PowerPoint presentations and online images make stories more captivating and help children learn art, science, and moral values more effectively.
People with Parkinson's Disease have different gut bacteria than those without. Specifically, they have more "bad" bacteria (opportunistic pathogens), fewer "good" bacteria that produce anti-inflammatory compounds (SCFAs), and more bacteria sometimes used in probiotics. These changes may be related to disease processes or worsened by levodopa medication.
Parkinson's patients show consistent gut microbiome alterations characterized by enrichment of Lactobacillus, Akkermansia, and Bifidobacterium and depletion of butyrate-producing bacteria like those in Lachnospiraceae and Faecalibacterium. However, significant interstudy variability and limitations in establishing causality highlight the complexity of this relationship and call for standardized protocols in future studies focusing on early-stage, drug-naive patients.
Pet owners desire clear, accessible information from their veterinarians, emphasizing the importance of understanding the client's knowledge base and tailoring communication accordingly. They expect to be active participants in the decision-making process, wanting to understand their options and have the final say while also valuing the veterinarian's recommendations. Veterinarians acknowledge the importance of client communication but face challenges related to time constraints, involving multiple clients, and language barriers.