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.
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.
Computers Used to Relieve Anxiety in Children
Posted on August 5, 2012
Is there a treatment which works as well for children with anxiety as medication? It seems that there may be one in the near future! New research from the University of Israel may lead to a computer-based treatment for children who suffer from anxiety disorders. Learn more about how the program works.
Emotion Detectives Treatment Protocol: A New Option for Childhood Anxiety
Posted on August 4, 2012
A new program entitled Emotion Detectives Treatment Protocol might provide your family with a treatment option for overcoming your child's anxiety. EDTP combines several techniques, including parent training, that have proven successful when treating children with anxiety. The program is also promising for children who have symptoms of depression as well as anxiety.
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.
Exploring Fear of Animals in Children
Posted on August 4, 2012
Most children are only too happy to play with a cute, little puppy. But some kids display an unusually strong fear toward certain animals. Dogs, snakes, spiders, and even birds can cause a negative reaction in children with an animal phobia. A child may fear one creature in particular or grow agitated by animals in general. Learn how to recognize an animal phobia in a child.
Breaking the Silence in Selective Mutism
Posted on August 2, 2012
As a parent, you know how important it is to communicate with your child. So what would you do if your son or daughter stopped speaking? For parents with a child who has selective mutism, answering this question is critical. Treatment by a healthcare specialist may be needed to restore the child to a healthy, well-adjusted state.
Selective Mutism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Posted on August 2, 2012
Some adults don't understand why children will refuse to speak. In certain cases, this refusal is a sign of a condition that's known as Selective Mutism. Selective mutism may require professional treatment to prevent problems in your child's development. Read to get a better understanding of selective mutism in children.
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 Are Detected in Children
Posted on August 2, 2012
It's normal for children to be afraid of something, but having an anxiety disorder is much more serious. Anxiety disorders can cause very high levels of stress in children. This amount of stress during development is unhealthy and can affect a child for years to come. Read more to learn about how health experts check for anxiety problems in children.
