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Aging

August 17, 2015 by ITAChicago

Aging is a natural process in the life cycle. When all systems are functioning and well balanced, the individual is likely to maintain a satisfying existence. Every day is filled with a positive outlook and sense of wonder. When the balance is tipped, as a result of failing health, family or housing difficulties, increasing physical […]

Filed Under: Glossary Tagged With: aging, Alzheimer's disease, art therapy, creative arts therapies, creative arts therapy, creativity, Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, dance movement therapy, dementia, drama therapy, elderly, fatal insomnia, frontotemporal dementia, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker syndrome, Huntington's disease, kuru, Lewy Bodies dementia, music therapy, old, Parkinson's disease, prion disease, vascular dementia

Neurological Disorders

August 15, 2015 by ITA Staff

Neurological disorders include any disorders triggered from damage within brain and nervous systems.  Functioning may be impaired when chemicals in the brain are produced in excessive or decreased amounts. Depending on the nature of the disorder and part of the brain affected, symptoms could include impaired movement, communication, memory, attention, and emotional difficulties.  These symptoms may be progressive in […]

Filed Under: Glossary Tagged With: Alzheimer's disease, art therapy, creative arts therapies, creative arts therapy, dance movement therapy, drama therapy, Huntington's disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, music therapy, neurological disorders, Parkinson's disease

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