Dr. Holly Atkinson's Health Videos

Adult ADHD: Signs & Symptoms
Learn about the signs of ADHD in adults.
Alzheimer's Disease Videos
Learn about Alzheimer's and how to care for sufferers.
What Is Alzheimer's Disease?
How does Alzheimer's affect the brain and memory?

Signs and Symtoms of Alzheimer's
Learn the symptoms and risk factors of Alzheimer’s.
ADHD in Adults Videos
Learn the signs of Adult ADHD.
Adult ADHD: Diagnosis
How are adults diagnosed with ADHD?
Adult ADHD: Treatment
Learn about the various treatment methods for adults with ADHD.
Slowing the Onset of Alzheimer’s
Medical research shows you may be able to slow the onset of Alzheimer’s.
Treating and Caring for Alzheimer’s
Watch to learn about treatments, and some helpful hints for caregivers.
Arthritis Videos
How to manage the aches and pains.
What is Arthritis?
Go inside the body to see how arthritis creates pain in your joints.
Types of Arthritis
There are more than 100 types of arthritic conditions. Learn about the most common types here.
Coping With Arthritis
Treatment of arthritis depends upon the type you have, but there are simple things you can do in your everyday life to relieve your pain.
Treatment Options For Arthritis
Dr. Holly reviews common medications, therapies, and other options for the treatment of arthritis pain.
Autism Videos
Learn about this mysterious disorder.
What is Autism?
One in 166 children is affected by autism. Special guest, Lou Diamond Phillips, introduces us to this mysterious disorder.
Signs of Autism
The common signs and symptoms of autism and related disorders, including PDD and Asperger's Syndrome.
Autism Therapy Options
Dr. Holly takes us through the different approaches to autism therapy so you can discuss them with your doctor.
ABA Therapy for Autism
Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD, and founder of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) discusses one approach to autism therapy.
Bladder Problems Videos
Find out the different types, and ways to overcome this common problem.
How The Bladder Works
Learn how the bladder works and the different types of bladder problems.
Preventing & Treating Bladder Problems
Bladder problems are very common, but they are not a natural part of aging. Learn about the exercises, techniques and medications that can help control bladder problems.
Depression Videos
How to recognize the symptoms.
What is Depression?
Depression is more than just a "down mood." It's a very real medical condition that's caused by many factors, including chemical imbalances. Dr. Holly explains these factors and different types of depression.
Symptoms of Depression
How do you know if it's depression? Dr. Holly takes us through a list of questions you can ask yourself to spot the signs of depression, in you or in someone you know.
True Life Story: Depression
Helen knew she was feeling down, but wasn't aware that she was clinically depressed. Learn what she did to feel like her real self again.
Treating Depression
Treaments for depression are getting better everyday, and there are things you can start doing right now to get back on track. Dr. Holly talks about what you can do to start feeling better.
Breast Cancer Videos
Screening and treatments every woman - and man - should know.
What is Breast Cancer?
Learn how cancer forms inside the breast and the possible signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
True Life Story: Breast Cancer
Jacqueline's older brothers call her "The Baby," but she didn't back down in her fight against breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Screening
Healthy choices and active screening, like breast self exams and mammograms, are your best defenses in beating breast cancer.
Cancer Treatment Videos
Learn about current and promising cancer treatments.
Cancer Surgery
Surgical options that can help detect and treat cancer.
Radiation & Chemotherapy
Radiation and chemotherapy are two of the most common forms of cancer treatment. Learn about how they are used and possible side effects.
Promising Cancer Treatments
Cancer treatment is evolving. Learn about the latest direction in cancer-fighting therapies, like vaccines and hormone therapy.
Heart Disease Videos
Go inside the body to see how heart disease develops.
What is Heart Disease?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the US. Dr. Holly takes us inside the body to show us how it develops.
True Life Story: Heart Disease
Dan's car accident saved him from his heart attack. Watch this unbelievable story of life's second chances.
Preventing Heart Disease
The key to stopping heart disease is healthy lifestyle choices and regular check-ups, especially if you are at higher risk for developing heart disease. Learn what these risk factors are.
Treating Heart Disease
Along with lifestyle changes, medications and surgery can help those diagnosed with heart disease.Watch this segment to learn about your options.
High Blood Pressure Videos
What does 140 over 90 mean? Learn about high blood pressure numbers.
What is High Blood Pressure?
Go inside the body to learn how high blood pressure develops and some of the causes for it.
High Blood Pressure By The Numbers
'140 over 90' - is that normal? Dr. Holly breaks down what blood pressure numbers mean, and when it may be time for you to seek treatment from your doctor.
True Life Story: High Blood Pressure
Lynn's blood pressure was so high she was close to having a stroke. But she got her numbers down through positive lifestyle changes, including healthier eating and more exercise.
Preventing High Blood Pressure
Healthy habits and regular screenings are the keys to keeping your blood pressure under control.
Treating High Blood Pressure
For some people, lifestyle changes just aren't enough to keep blood pressure under control.. Dr. Holly Atkinson tells us about some treatment options, including common medications.
Lung Disease Videos
How COPD differs from asthma, and why it’s so important to not smoke.
What is COPD?
Go inside the body to see what happens when someone has Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD.
Signs of COPD
How do you know if you have COPD?
Preventing COPD
Over 85% of COPD cases are caused by smoking. The best way to prevent COPD is to not smoke.
Treating COPD
Medication and non-medication treatment options to help you breathe easier with COPD.
Menopause Videos
Know the signs of menopause, and how to alleviate its symptoms.
What is Menopause?
Menopause is something all women will eventually experience, but it's different for everyone. From hot flashes to mood swings, learn about what you can expect.
True Life Story: Menopause
When Lori realized she was going through menopause, she was almost relieved to know what was happening. Learn why.
Managing Menopause
Menopause may cause some uncomfortable symptoms, but there are medical treatment options and lifestyle approaches that may help you feel better.
Overweight Children Videos
Healthy weight and your child.
Understanding Weight Gain In Children
If you're child is overweight, it may lead to more serious health conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Learn how to tell if you're child is at risk.
True Life Story: Overweight Children
Hear a young girl's inspiring story about how she achieved a healthy weight through an innovative weight-loss program for teens.
Managing Weight In Children
Learn some techniques that will help your child, and the whole family, achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Dr. Atkinson is the senior medical correspondent for HealthiNation, the leading provider of health videos on video-on-demand cable TV and the internet via partner websites. She is available to speak on a number of health topics, including many of the topics below, and will customize the message for your audience.

Dr. Holly's Health Videos
ADHD in Adults
Alzheimer's
Athritis
Autism
Bladder Problems
Breast Cancer
Cancer Treatment
Depression
Heart Disease
High Blood Pressure
Lung Disease
Menopause
Overweight Kids

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