Posted by: Lawrence V. Tucker, M.D.
ADHD and autism are two different medical conditions. ADHD is defined as not being able to focus, being overactive and not being able to control behavior. Autism is a developmental disorder, present from early childhood, characterized by difficulty in communication and forming relationships with other people. But if your child has been diagnosed with ADHD and the condition doesn’t seem to ...
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Divorce is never easy, but it can be especially challenging when you have teenagers at home. Teens are already trying to cope with the body changes, stress, peer pressure and school work in their lives, and some are especially reluctant to talk about their feelings. Setting them up with a good child psychiatrist can help.
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Teenage athletes are exposed to a lot of head trauma, and concussions are common. In addition to the physical symptoms, some teens experience emotional symptoms such as anxiety and depression. A recent study suggests that teens who are sensitive to light or noise might be more likely to experience these emotional symptoms.
While most people recover from a concussion within a week, studies ...
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Most experts will agree that fostering compassion in young people is one of the best ways to stop bullying at school and will also help prevent verbal, physical and emotional aggression from taking root. While it’s necessary to teach children to be assertive and confident, it’s equally important to teach them to be compassionate and empathetic. If your child has had any ...
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When it comes to the treatment of ADHD, behavioral therapy with a child psychiatrist and medication are the best approaches. But there are also plenty of natural ways to help your child with ADHD—a solid routine, proper sleep, exercise and even diet. Feeding your family a good diet is always important, but the right nutrients can really help with ADHD. Here ...
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Battling an addiction is always tough. But in homes with young children, addiction recovery can be especially challenging. If you’ve already started your recovery process by seeking treatment through behavioral health services and going to meetings, that’s wonderful. But children living in homes where there is a substance abuse problem—and a subsequent recovery—need to have the situation explained to them.
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When most people think of Seasonal Affective Disorder or seasonal depression, they think of winter blues. But about 10% of people with SAD are affected during the summer. There are many other reasons that people feel low during the warmer months, some of which are:
Swimming is a favorite summer activity of almost all children, and it’s a popular way to beat the heat. But water safety concerns are particularly heightened for families of children with autism. Drowning is a leading cause of death for children on the autism spectrum. But there’s no need to keep your autistic child out of the pool. Ask ...
Continue Reading →Maintaining good mental health is just as important as staying in good physical shape. Certain things like financial strain, marital issues, job stress and disruptive children are sometimes inevitable. Aside from finding new work, going to couple’s therapy and seeking out a child psychiatrist, here are 10 ways you can improve your mental health when times get tough:
1. Do more of what makes you happy. It may seem impossible, but schedule some time each day to do something that ...
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Continue Reading →After a traumatic experience or a very rough period in life, it’s normal to feel sad, scared, anxious and disconnected. But when those symptoms don’t fade over time, or if you are stuck with constant painful memories, you could be suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. By seeking treatment from a Behavioral Health Services specialist and developing coping skills, you can overcome PTSD. But the first step is knowing the symptoms.
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