When a child exhibits the symptoms of ADHD, one of the first reactions is to put that child on ADHD drugs. These can be extremely expensive, and are not always the best option for your child. Medication can help reduce the symptoms of hyperactivity, inattentiveness, and … [Read more...] about ADHD Medicines: Are They The Best Option for Your Child?
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ADHD: Is Your Child Getting the Right Diagnosis
Ethan is hyperactive, acts without thinking, talks out of turn and can't pay attention. Mom thinks he has ADHD.Sophia is "spacey," never seems to know what's going on, doesn't make friends at school, and her grades are lousy. Her teacher says she has ADHD. Is Ethan's Mom right? … [Read more...] about ADHD: Is Your Child Getting the Right Diagnosis
When to Talk to Your Kids About Puberty
Puberty is a scary time for kids. There are serious changes with their bodies and their emotions. Their lives change dramatically over the course of very short time. Perhaps you remember when you were young and faced the challenges of puberty. You were probably scared and did not … [Read more...] about When to Talk to Your Kids About Puberty
Facts About Anorexia in Kids and Teens
Anorexia is a common eating disorder that is making its way into the teen and child populations. More kids than ever before are suffering from negative body image and turning to measures such as self starvation to try and become their ideal person. This warped view of self is a … [Read more...] about Facts About Anorexia in Kids and Teens
Two Things Your Kids Don’t Need: Clutter and Stress
What does stress have to do with kids and a messy house? Everything! You have probably seen the television shows with people who hoard things until there is no room left to walk. Well, many of us have messy or cluttered homes now and then and we thank our lucky stars there is … [Read more...] about Two Things Your Kids Don’t Need: Clutter and Stress