DSM-5 Danger: Misdiagnosis of Physical Conditions in Your Anxious Child
Posted on January 30, 2013
Your child's anxiety may result in physical symptoms, but he could also be suffering from a physical ailment or condition. Don't look for DSM-5 to help make a correct diagnosis. Read more to find out why.
What Sugar and Caffeine Really Do to Your Anxious Child’s Brain
Posted on January 29, 2013
You know your child well enough to be able to detect and ward off many potential triggers for anxiety attacks. Sometimes, though, your child may seem more anxious than usual without any obvious cause. Sugar and caffeine are likely culprits. This article explains how sugar and caffeine can be anxiety-provoking, and how you can help your child limit them.
How to Deal with Your Anxious Child’s Temper Tantrums
Posted on January 29, 2013
Whether it's about a toy or stems from lack of sleep, your anxious child will sooner or later throw a temper tantrum. Read up on useful tips for diffusing it and what you should never do if your child acts up.
Is Your Anxious Child Violent and Angry? Perhaps Gratitude Can Help
Posted on January 25, 2013
When your anxious child lashes out in anger and violence, you may want to skip the lecture and go for a gratitude list instead. Several studies tell you why.
DSM-5 Danger: Your Anxious Child’s Tantrums May Now Be a Disorder
Posted on January 24, 2013
Your anxious kid may throw temper tantrums because all children throw temper tantrums. But those tantrums are now fodder for diagnosing an anxious child with a mental health disorder. Read on to find out more.
Can Anxious Children Really ‘Grow out’ of Autism? Depends on Your Definition
Posted on January 21, 2013
If your anxious kid loses signs and symptoms of autism as he or she gets older, that does not necessarily mean he or she has "grown out" of the disorder. Read more to learn more.
Do Autism and Asperger Syndrome Belong in the Same Category? DSM-5 Says Yes
Posted on January 18, 2013
The revised DSM-5 includes new conditions, such as Asperger syndrome, under the broad autism spectrum disorder classification, although not everyone agrees it should. Read on to learn more.
Never Drag Your Anxious Child into In-Law Disputes and Other In-Law Tips
Posted on January 17, 2013
If your mother-in-law chimes in one more time about how to raise your anxious child, you're going to scream! Before you start screeching like a banshee, check out six tips for fostering successful in-law relationships that can save the day, or even your marriage.
How ‘Deliberate Practice’ Can Help You and Your Anxious Child
Posted on January 15, 2013
If you or your anxious child are sick of stagnating, perhaps it's time to go for great with a concept known as "deliberate practice." Read more on how it works and how to incorporate it into your own lives.
