Publications by authors named "C M Whiting"
Am J Occup Ther
January 2025
Article Synopsis
- Challenges with sensory information processing hinder children's engagement in school activities, particularly affecting autistic children and those with sensory integration differences.
- The article advocates for the increased application of Ayres Sensory Integration® (ASI) in educational settings, emphasizing its importance and alignment with education laws.
- It presents evidence for the relevance of ASI in school-based occupational therapy and suggests best practices for its implementation, aiming to empower therapists to better support students' needs.
J Drugs Dermatol
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Iron oxides, antioxidants, and pigmentary titanium dioxide are effective sunscreen additives that protect against visible light and related skin issues; however, there are no consistent recommendations on their use.
- A survey of 974 dermatology practitioners revealed that 91.68% provide advice on visible light protection, mainly focusing on pigmentation issues for patients with darker skin tones, but only a small percentage specifically recommend protective sunscreens for these patients.
- The study highlights the need for more education on visible light protection and calls for standardized guidelines and a wider variety of suitable sunscreen products to better serve patients' needs.
J Drugs Dermatol
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Primary hyperhidrosis (PHH) causes excessive sweating due to abnormal nerve signaling, while sensitive skin (SS) affects 40-70% of people, leading to heightened skin reactivity, especially during sweating, stress, and heat.
- A survey of 637 individuals with PHH revealed that 89% also experienced SS, with significant correlations between the severity of sweating and sensitivity, occurring in both affected and unaffected skin areas.
- This research suggests a potential connection between PHH and SS, indicating that future studies should investigate cholinergic signaling as a common factor and consider screening PHH patients for SS symptoms.
