Mental Health

Watching For an Autism Symptom in Your Child by Jon Arnold
Are you concerned about an autism symptom you see in your child? Before you start to become agitated regarding a suspected autism symptom, there are several things you should know. First we will discuss what autism is and how to look for the symptoms you may feel you see in your child.

Treat Yourself to Depression, Anxiety, Or Other Mental Illness Today by Andy Alt
Earlier tonight, I was watching some of the vandalism and violence that happened in St. Paul, MN today. I had a sudden revelation: "People are crazy." It's a thought that brought much comfort to me, because I too have been diagnosed with various mental illnesses. After my revelation, I thought of myself. To people who know me well, I'm regarded as kind, decent, honest, ethical, fair, and generous. I'm speaking in general terms - no one thinks I'm perfect, not even me. There are, however, also a few people who know me and see ugly character traits. Some adjectives that have been used against me are: weak, cowardly, lazy, weird, odd, strange, and overly-impulsive...

Do You Have Depersonalization Disorder? by John Oszajca
Depersonalization can be a debilitating mental disorder. Find out if you have it and what you can do about it.

AD-HD - What You Can Expect From Drugs by Alpha Murgev
Whatever medication is administered, its primary purpose should be to enhance your child's ability to learn and grow, it should not create a zombie of your child. This article will give a very general overview of some of the side effects that can be expected from drugging your child. Sounds terrible, doesn't it? But that is what happens. As you may know, it is illegal to experiment on children, so rats have had to take on this prestigious role. How does that make you feel about the efficacy of the treatment your child may have been placed on?

Asperger and School - How to Make Sure Your Child Loves Their Education by Benjamin Sayer
Often one of the biggest issues for a parent of a child with Aspergers is how will my child cope with Aspergers and school? There are some strategies though which can help your child deal with the uncertainty and anxiety which can arise out of this new environmental challenge.

Speaking About the Unspeakable - Depression, Anxiety, Death and Trauma by Dell DeBerardinis
Speaking about difficult topics can require more tact, knowledge and preparation than the average presentation, and it naturally triggers a lot of questions. How important is it to have personal experience with the topic? How do you manage your and your audience's emotions? And is it okay to make jokes when speaking about a sensitive subject? Find the answers to these and other questions about how to touch audiences while speaking about difficult, highly emotional subjects. As published in the April 2008 issue of Toastmaster's Magazine.

How to Avoid a Fake ABA Special Education Program For Your Child With Autism by JoAnn Collins
This article will discuss how to avoid agreeing to put your child with autism in a fake ABA program. Applied Behavioral Analysis is the research based treatment for autism, but must be done in the right way, to bring about the maximum benefit. The article will explain how to avoid an ABA program that is not being done in the correct manner.

Bipolar Behavior - Acting a Bit Bipolar Are You? by Sheila May
Bipolar disorder is all about highs and lows. Sometimes, you feel like you're the king of the world. Other times, you feel like you're the grime on the boots of the king of the world. The way that a bipolar person behaves varies between the disorders various stages.

Do You Want to Know the Alternative to Discontinuation of ADHD Medication? by Chin Siang Tan
Many parents with ADHD kids dread giving stimulant medications to their kids for fear of its long-term implications. But there is a good alternative to ADHD medication.

Art Therapy As an Option to Enhance an AD-HD Life by Gloria Hamilten
Throughout history we have evidence that individuals under great stress have used the medium of art as a way of transforming their inner conflicts. Art helps us to express both positive and negative emotions. Negative stressful emotions experienced by AD-HD children can be fear, anxiety, confusion, isolation and helplessness to name but a few. Art does not have to be on the scale of a professional painter, many of whom themselves have left behind very simplistic early attempts. Allow your child the empowering feeling of guided self-expression.

Answers To All Riddles - Baby Boomers Should Be Thinking About Riddles by Brian B Lindsay
The fastest growing segment in society approaching retirement is baby boomers. As the age, they are at risk for a greater number of health problems which they want to avoid. One of those problems involves a diminishing brain function which, in some cases, leads to Alzheimer's.

A Mental Health Checklist For the Start of School by Jonathan Suter
It is a yearly ritual; making a list of items to buy so that your child will be ready when school begins. However, aren't we forgetting something that is just as important?

Jobs For ADHD Teens by Amy Nutt
Teens greatly benefit from having a job, whether just for the summer or a part-time, after school gig. However, for a teen with ADHD, a job is much more than just a method of making cash. With the right position, ADHD teens can find ways to build their social skills and improve their concentration and communication skills, creating huge benefits in their everyday life and setting a precedent for the rest of their lives.

Fascinating NEW Ways to Destroy Your Obsessive-Compulsive-Disorder by Derek Soto
A really great way to stop OCD thoughts is to say your fear out loud. An actual example: I had spoken with someone who said that they feared someone was watching them through their web cam even though it was not even turned on. I told them this technique and they said to themselves, "I am afraid that someone is watching me through my web cam even though it is off!

Aspergers Characteristics - Do You Recognize These Signs? by Benjamin Sayer
For a disorder which effects around 1 in every 300 children, there appears to be a lot of confusion over what exactly constitutes characteristics of Aspergers. Let's take a look at some of the most common Aspergers characteristics and the way the may manifest themselves in your child.

Dementia Behavior Medication by Gary Pearson
Alzheimer's and vascular dementia are the most common forms of dementia in older people. Medical tests that are used to test for dementia are laboratory tests for thyroid stimulating hormones, and the level of vitamin b12 in the blood.

A Brain Fitness Program - Could it Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer's? by Gene D. Millen
Do you often misplace your car keys or forget a friend's name? Just maybe a brain fitness program could revitalize that aging memory. Occasional forgetfulness is often written off as a "normal part of just growing old," but new research indicates that Alzheimer's may be in your future.

Living With Mental Illness by Trey Anderson
However this morning my wife had a very early dentist appointment for a root canal. So this morning I had to take the oldest to school. I have to mention here real quick that I suffer from dysthymia, a form of depression, along with a mild form of Attention Deficit Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and a general anxiety disorder.

Panic Away Program - An Introduction by Kerry Fricker
The Panic Away program was developed by Joe Barry, who is all too familiar with the debilitating nature of anxiety and panic attacks. It uses many different methods, and breaks away from many of the 'old school' ways of thinking- no, deep breathing alone will not cure you! There is no medication or alternative therapy involved, just psychology made simple enough for you and me to be able to apply to everyday situations.

Bipolar Disorder and Chemical Imbalance Fix - Is it Possible? by Catherine Sinclair
What is Chemical Imbalance? Why does it happen? What can you do about it? These are the three most important questions concerning chemical imbalance theories held by many in the bipolar community and the medical profession today. Researchers have spent decades trying to get to the bottom of what causes common disorders such as anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder etc.

Autism and It's Signs by Kathy Foust
This is an article that lends some insight into the world of Autism. It may provide parents with enough information to know if they should be concerned about their child.

Eat Right to Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer's by Pauline Go
Your health depends on what you eat. So also with Alzheimer's. Your risk of Alzheimer's will reduce if you have a proper diet. At least this is the message that is coming out from all the latest studies that have been conducted on Alzheimer's.

Create an Autism Intervention Action Plan by Michelle McFarland-Mcdaniels
As soon as possible after your child is diagnosed with autism, you need to develop a plan for addressing your child's needs and coping with the impact autism will have on your family. Autism can present both difficulties and challenges, but it does not have to prevent your child from growing up to lead a productive, meaningful and fulfilling life..

So - You Have ADHD by Gabriella Roth
Discover the brilliance of ADHD and the sky is the limit. The choice is yours, stay "disordered" as the conditions of society have placed you, or turn the negative aspects into positive forces and open the brilliance that belongs to you.

Help For OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder by J Seymour
OCD is a serious health condition that needs immediate treatment. It is always advisable to use a combination of strategies such as cognitive therapy, medication and hypnosis to treat this disorder.

Hair Pulling Disorder - Trichotillomania Information by Lewis Waller
Trichotillomania, otherwise known as the "hair pulling disorder", affects a very large part of the community today. Due to the nature of this condition however, sufferers tend to keep to themselves out of fear or shame. Those who suffer from this hair pulling disorder are among the most self conscious people in the community, and tend to try to hide the fact they have this condition.

Are You Sure It's ADHD? by Gabriella Roth
Three to five percent of school aged children are diagnosed with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) in American schools today. But not all diagnosed cases are actually ADHD; many are other disorders. ADHD mimics many other disorders and there are coexisting disorders within ADHD itself.

What is the National Autistic Society? by Mike Selvon
The NAS or The National Autistic Society is an organization/charity in the United Kingdom that is devoted to fighting for the rights of autistic individuals. Many times, families do not know how to handle situations that may arise with their autistic children or may simply need information on how to cope with day to day issues. It is the goal of the NAS to provide information that will help the families and their children.

The 60 Second Alzheimer's Test by Roseanne Berry
Slowly and mysteriously, Alzheimer's disease is eroding the memories of over 4.5 million Americans. And another 450,000 join the ranks every year. But new research suggests that some simple steps can offer protection.