At the very onset, a diagnosis of epilepsy can raise many doubts and questions in a patient’s mind. One of the most commonly asked concerns is, “Do I have to take epilepsy meds forever" or "Do you have to take epilepsy medication forever” The idea of taking...
People usually associate the term dementia with old-age memory loss. Many people still ask, “Is childhood dementia real?” It is difficult to think that dementia might be a problem in children; however, for some families, this suffering is a reality. Dementia in children refers to a group...
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that is widely misunderstood, despite being quite serious. Many people casually say, “I’m so OCD,” without realizing the weight of the disorder. This casual use, along with OCD stereotypes in media, movies, and social platforms, has allowed misinformation to...
Sleep is a vital part of the growth process in children; however, in the case of many families with autistic children, the night can be a stressful and not a relaxing time. Autism and sleep issues are commonly experienced in households raising autistic children. Sleep problems in...
Kids go through many emotional and behavioral changes during their development. At times, they may experience mood swings, fears, aggression, or become more oppositional than usual. These feelings and behaviors are often considered normal parts of growing up. However, many parents begin to wonder how to know if...
Seizures can occur without any warning. The sight of a person dropping, quaking, or just gazing idly may trigger fright. Nevertheless, most seizures are of short duration, generally taking one to two minutes, and are self-limiting. What actually matters is your reaction in those critical seconds. There are...
Depression is widely misconstrued as a disorder of adults only, but it is still considered the most severe mental health issue among children. One of the major contributors to this misconception is the viewpoint of children as beings without any concerns and, hence, incapable of being...
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that manifests with a variety of symptoms per individual. What's more, the communication and interaction barriers brought about by the differences in thinking and perceiving are still commonly misunderstood and stereotyped. A question that has been asked time and...
Is dementia similar to autism? In a world where neurological conditions often present confusingly similar symptoms, distinguishing between dementia and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is critically important. Both conditions can affect memory, behavior, and communication, yet they represent entirely different challenges. Dementia, primarily an age-related progressive decline...
Kids grow in several dimensions at the same time—emotionally, socially, mentally, and physically. However, the modern world often pushes them unevenly across these areas. A child might score excellent grades in school but feel lonely. Another might enjoy time with friends but struggle to express emotions at...