Separation Anxiety Disorder
It is common to see infants and toddlers upset when separated from their parent or caregiver. Separation anxiety is a normal part of emotional development. … Read more
It is common to see infants and toddlers upset when separated from their parent or caregiver. Separation anxiety is a normal part of emotional development. … Read more
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that is characterized by obsessive or intrusive thoughts that trigger compulsive behaviors. The obsessions and compulsions … Read more
Executive function disorder is a term commonly used to describe deficits in the skills that are used to manage life’s everyday tasks — impacting planning, … Read more
Depression is a type of mood disorder that tends to run in families. [1] When a child or teen has depression, they typically experience extreme sadness … Read more
Have you ever wondered if your child’s misbehavior, defiance, or argumentative personality are normal? Have you ever been concerned that your child’s aggression or temper … Read more
Table of ContentsWhat is PTSD?What Are the Symptoms of PTSD?What is the Likelihood of Developing PTSD After a Traumatic Event?What Are the Risk Factors?When Should … Read more
It’s normal to experience some degree of nervousness, fear, or worry in social situations. For instance, going on a first date or presenting in front … Read more
Below is a chart that summarizes the main medications used to treat ADHD at the present time. Keep in mind that it is not limitless … Read more
This guide was written by Daniel Sher, a clinical psychologist at a private practice and a locum therapist at the Western Cape Health Department . … Read more
Did you know, if your partner is depressed after the birth of your baby, then there’s a 50% chance you will be too? [4] When … Read more
Night-eating syndrome (NES), also referred to as night-binging disorder (NBD), is a misunderstood eating disorder that is often linked to the binge-eating disorder (BED) – … Read more
According to Sally Saywitz M.D., co-director of the Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity and author of the best-selling book Overcoming Dyslexia: “Dyslexia is an … Read more
From time immemorial adults have envied the energy, passion and spontaneity of children. For the same amount of time, adults have complained about those same … Read more
Autism symptoms vary from person-to-person, but symptoms may include communication and social interactions problems and behavioral issues.
In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) there are no longer different types of ASD: Asperger syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder are all classified as ASD and are not treated as separate disorders.
Table of ContentsWhat is Binge-Eating Disorder?Signs and SymptomsPossible Causes of BEDBED Risk FactorsStatisticsSo, What Can You Do?Treatment ConsiderationsMedicationsBehavior Therapies and CounselingOutlookReferences What is Binge-Eating Disorder? … Read more
Approximately 30 million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder in the U.S. ~ National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, … Read more
“Anorexia is the third most common chronic disease among young people, after asthma and Type 1 diabetes.” ~National Eating Disorder Association Written by: Dr Kim … Read more