Winter Depression Winter depression is a type of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) that surfaces typically as the days grow shorter and colder. Some people are very aware that each winter they get the "blues", but, other people are not until they begin to track their mood. SAD is NOT its...
Florida Child Psychiatrist
Online Child Psychiatrist in Florida How to Choose a Child Psychiatrist in Florida Choosing a child psychiatrist in Florida is not an easy task. You want someone who is board certified, trained at good hospitals, and who has experience in treating the condition you are seeking medical advice for. Child...
Sleep Problems in Autism
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Have Issues with Sleep It is common for children with autism spectrum disorder to have sleep problems. These problems can include difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently, and moving around a lot in their sleep. What causes sleep problems in autism? It is thought that...
How to Deal with Behavior in Autism
Dealing With Behavior Issues in Autism Spectrum Disorder A large study in 2018 found that around 1 in 40 children (1 in 26 boys and 1 in 93 girls) are affected by autism in the United States. For the parents of these children, daily life can be a struggle as...
Does my Child or Family Member Have a Video Game or Internet Addiction?
Having a loved one with an internet video game problem is difficult. Recognizing the difference between an internet or video game problem and a video game or internet addiction can be difficult. The main difference between problem gaming and addiction is the level of involvement and the disruption or interference...
Does my Child have OCD?
How to Know if your Child has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, OCD Many parents contact us with concerns asking "Does my Child have OCD?" Also called obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Let's discuss what OCD is, and when to be concerned and seek professional help. What is OCD? Obsessive-compulsive disorder...
My Child is a Bully: What should you do?
What to do if Your Child is a Bully We have many parents ask us about both sides of this problem. Either their child is a target of bullying or they have been informed or discovered that their child is the bully. Let me start with a story. A parent...
What is the Definition of Depression?
Defining Depression The Word Depression Depression as a term has multiple meanings: The first definition of depression may indicate what is called a mood state with feelings such as : melancholy, despair, hopelessness etc. A depressed mood can be normal such as after suffering a breakup, disappointment or loss. Depressed...
What is Manic Depression?
An Overview of Manic Depression Other Names for Manic Depression Manic depression is the term sometimes used to describe what is now called bipolar disorder type 1. Diagnosing Manic Depression It is one of the most disabling mental illnesses. To be diagnosed with manic depression or Bipolar disorder, you must...
What is Seasonal Depression?
Seasonal Depression Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also called seasonal depression, is a term that describes the tendency for a mood episode, most commonly depression but also can be mania or hypomania, that occurs rhythmically during a particular season. In this article, I will focus on depression. When does Seasonal Depression...