Affective respiratory paroxysms (ARPs) are sudden, involuntary breath-holding spells typically triggered by emotional stimuli in young children, often causing distress for both families and clinicians. Though generally benign, frequent episodes can lead tohypoxia, syncope, and behavioral disturbances. In recent years, non-pharmacological therapies, particularly bioacoustic correction (BAC), have emerged as promising interventions. This article explores the pathophysiology of ARPs, traditional treatment approaches, and the therapeutic potential of bioacoustic correction as a neuromodulatory method to restore autonomic balance and reduce episode frequency. Evidence from clinical studies and neurological theories supporting BAC use is discussed, with a focus on pediatric care.
Affective respiratory paroxysms (ARPs) are sudden, involuntary breath-holding spells typically triggered by emotional stimuli in young children, often causing distress for both families and clinicians. Though generally benign, frequent episodes can lead tohypoxia, syncope, and behavioral disturbances. In recent years, non-pharmacological therapies, particularly bioacoustic correction (BAC), have emerged as promising interventions. This article explores the pathophysiology of ARPs, traditional treatment approaches, and the therapeutic potential of bioacoustic correction as a neuromodulatory method to restore autonomic balance and reduce episode frequency. Evidence from clinical studies and neurological theories supporting BAC use is discussed, with a focus on pediatric care.
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| 1 | Sadikova M.L. | ! | Tashkent State Medical University |
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