Emotional & Mental Health Articles

What should you do if you suspect your child is autistic, and how do you go from suspicion to diagnosis?

So, you think your child may be on the autism spectrum? What's next? Who should you talk to about an evaluation and diagnosis?

Pica is an eating disorder that causes people to ingest non-food items like sand or soap. Research has shown it to be more prevalent in autistic people, but we also know behavioral therapy can help.

Autistic meltdowns are frustrating and scaring for those who experience them as well as everyone around. What should parents of autistic children know about them?

Research shows that autistic people are more likely than others to become aggressive — but why? And is everything that looks aggressive really so?

People become addicted to an incredibly wide variety of substances and behaviors. What do they all have in common, and how do these common features allow doctors to make a diagnosis of addiction?

Research suggests that autistic people are much more likely to suffer from dysfunctional sleep. Why, and what are some solutions?

Depression is more common among people on the autism spectrum, but because it may present slightly differently, there's a risk of misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis. What do you need to know?

Pregnancy and childbirth usually bring feelings of joy and satisfaction. Sometimes these experiences activate post-traumatic stress, having lasting consequences for both mother and child.

Stress is fast becoming a factor for many people as working hours are increasing and the cost of living rockets up. Finding ways to deal with these problems are essential to maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle.