Complementary and Integrative Approaches Adjuncts for Pediatric Speech

Complementary and Integrative Approaches: Adjuncts for Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologists Ariella. Shira Lewis, M. A. Pediatric Speech and Language Therapist

INTRODUCTION • Training and Pediatric Experience • Recent Demographic Observations • Journey into Complementary and Integrative Approaches

Complementary and Integrative Approaches in Medicine • Definitions Alternative medicine: any therapy that patients use instead of conventional medicine (old and new) e. g. biofields, subtle energies, consciousness, intention, faith, prayer Complementary medicine: an alternative medicine practice used in conjunction with a conventional one. Integrative medicine: combines conventional medical therapies and CAM therapies for which there is some highquality scientific evidence of safety and effectiveness, allowing for healing-oriented medicine that takes account of the whole person (body, mind, spirit and lifestyle)

MEDICAL and SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT • NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Ø Ø National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), NIH 1991 (integrate evidence-based CAM practices into conventional medical practice) American Association of Integrative Medicine International Society for the Study of Subtle Energy and Energy Medicine 1989 Institute of Noetic Sciences 1975

MEDICAL and SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT • Universty and Hospital Departments of Integrative Medicine Ø Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine at UC Irvine Ø UCLA Collabrative Centers for Integrative Medicine (CCIM) Ø Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at UCSF Ø Institute of Health & Healing, CA Pacific Medical Center, SF Ø Harvard University, Beth Israel Medical Center Ø University of Michigan Ø University of Maryland Ø University of Colorado, etc

MEDICAL and SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT • Quantum Physics Ø typically operates on the microscopic scale of atoms and subatomic particles Ø entanglement of particles Ø wave particle duality, entanglement Ø observation/consciouness actually influences the physical processes Ø quantum tunnelling Ø instant movement of information Ø wide technological application

MEDICAL and SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT • EPIGENETICS Ø Central Dogma – primacy of DNA genetic determinism 1953 DNA Ø RNA protein Genes are blueprints and can be changed by perception environmental signal regulatory protein DNA RNA protein

TIME LINE 12 years + 6 to 12 years: 2 to 6 years: Birth to 2 years: Fetal Period: Embryonic Period: Germ cell development:

MEDICAL and SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT • Telepathic Communication Ø Communication of thought from one person to another by means other than sensory perception of the physical senses. Also called thought transference Ø Indigenous Communities Ø Psychics – telempathic communication Ø Research

APPLICATIONS Ø Whole medical systems: homeopathy, naturopathy, ayurveda, traditional Chinese medicine, Acupressure EFT Ø Mind-body medicine: meditation, intention, prayer, mental healing, art therapy, music therapy, dance therapy. Ø Biologically based practices: nutrition, dietary supplements, herbal supplements, Ø Manipulative and Body-Based Practices: spinal manipulation (both chiropractic and osteopathic), massage, craniosacral, Energy Kinesiology, (the use of manual muscle strength testing), Educational Kinesiology (Brain Gym) Ø Energy therapies: healing energy, qi gong, reiki, therapeutic touch, electromagnetic therapy.

APPLICATION to SPEECH and LANGUAGE THERAPY DISCUSSION OF THE “NEW CHILDREN” • Ø Don’t get side tracked by labels (S. Rother 2002): Indigo Children, Crystal Children, Rainbow Children, Star Children (D. Jacob), Children of Now (Dr M. Losey), Children of Spirit (E. Dosick), Psychic Children, etc Ø Characteristics of Crystal Children 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Extremely sensitive physically, emotionally, energetically Possess large eyes and an intense stare Start talking late Use telepathy and self invented sign language May be diagnosed with autism, Aspergers, verbal apraxia Very connected to nature, animals, water, rocks and crystals Magnetic personalities, affectionate, loving, innocence, forgiving Musically oriented and may sing before talking, artistic, creative Natural healers, nurturers and peacemakers May be fearless explorers, and climbers with amazing balance Often are natural vegetarians and may have a high metabolism Their energy may disrupt electrical appliances Often discuss angels, spirit guides, and past life memories Vulnerable and may experience spiritual woundings

CHARACTERISTICS • SENSITIVITIES Ø Ø Ø Light Sound Tactile Tastes and odors Low vibrational food Synaesthesia Internal Heightened sensitivity / sensory dysfunction Earth’s magnetic field, moon, electromagnetic fields Feelings and energy fields of individuals and groups Perceiving other dimensional stimuli Experiencing other dimensions

• COMMUNICATION Ø Limited vocabulary & words per utterance. Ø Articulation is variable, sometimes unusual Ø Word structure unusual Ø Telepathic • PSYCHIC ABILITIES Ø Adult Experiences Ø See, hear and sense things Ø Stimming Ø Out-of -Body Experiences • ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• WOUNDINGS Ø Grief weeping at apparent separation Ø Distrust cannot count on any reality Ø Shame embarrassed before the cosmos Ø Selfishness fear of interacting with the world Ø Panic suspended with nothing to grasp Ø Indignation righteousness at lack of dignity Ø Resentment wish for world to match vision

THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS • CONSULTATION • ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT Ø Detoxification of mothers preconception and pregnancy Ø Calm, incorpoating nature, water, pastel colors Ø Avoid florescent lighting Ø Protection from electromagnetic fields Ø Energetic clearing • BODILY SUPPORT Ø Nutrition, food sensitivity testing Ø Detoxification from heavy metals, etc Ø Sensory diet, Sensory Integration Ø Earthing Ø Hyperbaric Oxygenation Therapy

THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS Consultation Boardway Family – Michael, Janiece, Tristan SUZY MILLER

Kinesiology Self Administered Kinesiology

• BODILY SUPPORT continued ØSound ØColor ØOther energies ØVision Therapy ØMassage, brushing, deep pressure ØYoga, gymnastics ØCraniosacral • COMMUNICATION SUPPORT ØHonor the children where they are ØCommunicate telepathically as far as possible ØTransitional nonverbal communication system ØBegin with toning, chanting and singing ØTactile and vibrational stimulation ØOral motor activities ØCommunication with animals, nature, etc

Chakra System

• EMOTIONAL SUPPORT Ø Use and teach techniques for reducing intensity of feelings § Brain Gym www. braingym. com § EFT Acupressure Tapping www. eftuniverse. com www. thetappingsolution. com www. tappinginternational. com Ø Differentiate between own and others feelings Ø Match and identify emotions with a pictorial representation Ø Energetic protection from others feelings

• SPIRITUAL SUPPORT ØSacred processes around conception, pregnancy, birth ØCommunication with the spirit of an unborn child ØBlessings and rituals to sanctify weekly, monthly, seasonal, and annual cycles ØAngelic support, protection, etc. ØSelectively focus on different dimensions ØHaving a positive attitude about intuition and abilities ØGrace. Light - birth to 7 yrs (W & EK Dosick) ØSupport for parenting these children

• RESEARCH ØCurrent ØFuture