The autism spectrum disorders can often be reliably detected by the age of 3 years, and in some cases as early as 18 months. Studies suggest that many children eventually may be accurately identified by the age of 1 year or even younger. The appearance of any of the warning […]
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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) & ADD
What is Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is an often-misunderstood condition, which is not only over diagnosed, but under diagnosed as well. While Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental health disorders of childhood, ADHD is not just a childhood disorder. The […]
Asperger’s Disorder – a milder form of an Autism Spectrum Disorder
What is Asperger’s syndrome? Asperger’s syndrome is a former term for what is now considered a milder form of an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Those affected individuals may not have any intellectual impairment, nor any language impairment. This disorder makes it very hard to interact with other people. Your child may […]
Anxiety Disorders
What is Anxiety? Anxiety is a normal human reaction to stress that we all experience. It helps us deal with tense situations. However, when anxiety becomes an excessive, irrational fear of everyday situations, or an unremitting constant state of stress, it has become a disabling problem that interferes with a […]
