Family Health Articles

Michael was always a shy kid, but he stopped speaking altogether when he started daycare. Why?

What exactly is the link between temperament — introversion vs extraversion — and anxiety in children? If you're guessing that introverts are more likely to be anxious, you are right. There is more to the story, though.

"Mom brain" — forgetfulness, disorganization and an ability to concentrate — is indeed real and not necessarily a sign of depression. If you are suffering from other unpleasant symptoms as well, however, you may be dealing with postpartum depression.

Are you plagued by feelings of guilt after you have had a baby? You may have postpartum depression.

Pregnancy brings huge emotional changes to many women, and those changes may start before you even realize you are pregnant. You're not necessarily exempt if you were not overly emotional before you got pregnant either those hormones can do funny things t

Are you addicted to lip balm? Have you started looking for a 12-step program for lip balm addicts near you? Are you tempted to commit shoplifting when you pass the Burt's Bees display in the drugstore?

Have you been a one-woman worry machine since you have had a baby? You may be wondering if you are suffering from postpartum depression a

Once you set the example for eating well, exercising and respecting the need for sufficient sleep, your kids will have a role model to follow. You can be the inspiration they need to make healthy choices in life, so start setting a good example today!

There's nothing wrong with being an energetic child, but too much energy may not necessarily be a great idea. Children must eat right at all times, especially if they are hyperactive. Read on to know more about the right and wrong foods for them.

A clinical study has shown that the anti-depressants, known as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs), have shown to increase the risk of congenital abnormalities in babies whose mothers use this medication during pregnancy.