Creative Treatments for Children with Anxiety
Posted on August 5, 2012
Are you a parent at a loss for how to help your child deal with his or her anxiety? It can be very stressful for a parent with a highly anxious child. How can you help your son or daughter? Where do you even start? First, you may want to try some alternative forms of traditional therapy. Learn about unique treatment options for kids.
Misdiagnosis of ADHD in Children and Teens
Posted on August 2, 2012
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is becoming easier to recognize and treat in children. However, there are still some issues in diagnosing the illness. There are a number of health issues that can be mistaken for ADHD. Learn what signs and symptoms you should watch out for in your child.
How Anxiety Disorders Influence Adolescent Behavior
Posted on August 2, 2012
Recognizing the signs of an anxiety disorder early is very important for successful treatment. Studies have shown the negative effects late diagnosis of an anxiety disorder can have. For children who struggle with anxiety problems without receiving the help they need, the risks for problems in the teen years is much greater.
Understanding and Managing ADHD in Children, Teens
Posted on August 2, 2012
If you're a parent whose child has been diagnosed with ADHD, you probably have a lot of concerns. What causes ADHD? What treatment options are available? What should children and adolescents with ADHD do to succeed in school? You can find the answer to all of these questions and more by reading this article.
Evaluating Treatments for Your Child’s ADHD
Posted on August 2, 2012
As a parent of a child with ADHD, you may feel overwhelmed by the amount of information you find on the condition. With so many people claiming to be experts, how do you know who you can trust? Here's what a specialist from the Centre of Excellence for Children and Adolescents with Special Needs has to say regarding ADHD and its treatment.
Child-Friendly Tea for Anxiety Relief
Posted on July 30, 2012
Do you enjoy drinking tea to calm your nerves after a long day? Consider sharing this ritual with your child and start by learning which herbal teas are safe for children. For a child with anxiety, specific herbal teas can calm the mind and body and provide a gentle transition into a hectic day, or help them unwind and promote a restful night of sleep.
