Publications by authors named "R P Sherwin"

Severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) poses significant public health challenges, but treatments like neurofeedback and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) show promise in aiding recovery. Neurofeedback enhances brain healing through operant conditioning, while HBOT increases cerebral oxygenation, supporting cognitive recovery. A 33-year-old woman, after suffering a severe TBI in 2018 and a long rehabilitation, began HBOT and neurofeedback in late 2021.

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Deep neck flexor (DNF) muscles contribute to cervical stability and proprioception. Reduced muscle strength and endurance lead to faulty movement patterns, muscle imbalances, and dysfunction. Potentially, the orofacial muscles contribute to cervical strength by providing stability through muscular connections.

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Article Synopsis
  • A secondary analysis is being conducted on the effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) on verbal behaviors in children with autism, aiming to validate and deepen understanding of initial research findings.
  • The study involved 65 children with autism who received either Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment alone or in combination with HBOT, utilizing data from their medical records between 2018 and 2021.
  • Statistical analyses, including t-tests and MANOVAs, were performed to assess differences in verbal behaviors between the groups, with various age distributions noted within the sample.
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Introduction Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a therapy that focuses on improving specific behaviors using positive and negative reinforcement through antecedents, behaviors, and consequences, particularly in individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. It uses the principles of learning theory to bring about meaningful and positive changes in behavior. In ABA treatment, intensity refers to the amount and frequency of therapy an individual receives.

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Introduction  The Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) is an extensive tool used to assess children with autism and other developmental disabilities who have language delays. Applied behavior analysis (ABA) professionals frequently use the VB-MAPP to create personalized intervention programs catering to each child's needs. The lack of studies examining the VB-MAPP at the pretest, posttest, and differential scores using principal components analysis (PCA) suggests an opportunity to conduct PCAs on these different VB-MAPP scores.

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