When Your Child Has OCD
Posted on August 23, 2012
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is an anxiety disorder that affects a large number of American children. It's very treatable if recognized by a parent or caretaker. There are a number of signs and symptoms of the illness, but a child might be too embarrassed by their behavior to talk to an adult about it.
The “I Like Book”
Posted on August 21, 2012
Check out this wonderful new product that helps individuals (including parents and children with anxiety) remain positive! It's called the "I Like Book" and it is a journal designed for recording all of the things that someone likes. Different versions of the book are available for adults, children, and couples.
Common Food Sensitivities and How They Impact Childhood Anxiety
Posted on August 12, 2012
Do you feel like you have tried everything and still can't figure out how to help your child with anxiety? The answer may be in your child's diet. Undiagnosed food allergies and sensitivities are thought to be increasing in numbers, and anxiety and depression sit at the top of the list of symptoms.
Risk Factors for Anxiety Disorders
Posted on August 10, 2012
Certain factors can increase a persons risk of developing an anxiety disorder. Knowing these risk factors will help any parent who suspects that their child might be displaying signs of childhood anxiety. Age, gender, family history and a variety of other factors can all influence a child's risk of having an anxiety disorder later in life.
New App to Treat Kids and Adults with OCD
Posted on August 8, 2012
The digital age has made it possible for you to use your smartphone for anything. For iPhone users who struggle with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, there's now an option to buy an app which helps to reduce anxiety related to the condition. Come find out how the app works and how you can download it straight to your iPhone.
Mother Describes How OCD Affects Her Child
Posted on August 5, 2012
Dealing with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is difficult enough for an adult, but how does it affect a child? Children with OCD may have trouble understanding why they feel unable to control their actions, especially when they realize the rationale behind them is flawed. One woman on PsychCentral shares her experiences with parenting a young boy with OCD.
The Benefits of Early Diagnosis of OCD
Posted on August 5, 2012
Critics have condemned psychologists and psychiatrists who diagnose children with traditionally 'adult' disorders. But is it really wrong to get people the help they need at an early age? Early diagnosis can prevent a lot of misunderstanding and pain for people who suffer from a mental health condition like OCD.
One Mother Faces Her Daughter’s OCD
Posted on August 4, 2012
One mother, Beth Boyle Machlan, shares what it felt like to discover that her daughter had obsessive compulsive disorder. Just one year after little Lucy was diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome (at age eight), Lucy began to express concern regarding her uncontrollable urges to count and organize every day toys and items.
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.
