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Does Your Child Have ADHD?

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulApril 21, 2020

“Does my child have ADHD?” This is a question that we are asked all the time. Fortunately, there is a way to answer this question. The way to determine a diagnosis of ADHD is to see a child psychiatrist who can evaluate your child and…

Does My Child Have Social Anxiety?

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulApril 16, 2020

Anxiety, Child Psychiatry

How to Tell if Your Child has Social Anxiety Social anxiety is something that child psychiatrists see and evaluate for often. Social anxiety goes beyond the typical shyness seen in many children. Being around other children and adults brings extreme nervousness and negative feelings to…

Anxiety symptoms in children

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulApril 13, 2020

Anxiety, Child Psychiatry

There are Many Anxiety symptoms in children All children get anxious. Typical childhood anxiety is called “normative anxiety” and may consist of nervousness with the upcoming school year, going on an airplane for the first time or learning to ride a bike. Pathological anxiety is…

What are the Causes of Childhood Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulApril 3, 2020

Adult Psychiatry, Child Psychiatry, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Causes of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) presents in childhood or adolescence in about 50% of all cases. It is a disorder that his known to cluster in families and have a strong genetic component. It is estimated that about 1 to 3%…

How to Help Kids with Anxiety

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulApril 2, 2020

Adolescent Psychiatry, Anxiety, Child Psychiatry

Ways to Help you Child with Anxiety Children Can Have Anxiety Many adults incorrectly think that children cannot possibly have trouble with anxiety or worry, as a child’s life is often viewed as being free from common stressors like financial troubles or job security. However,…

10 Books for Kids with Anxiety

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulMarch 28, 2020

Child Psychiatry

I am frequently asked by parents for book recommendations for their children struggling with anxiety. There are many great Books for Kids with Anxiety out there, here are a few**: What to Do when You Worry too Much. This is a children’s guide to dealing…

What is OCD?

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulMarch 26, 2020

Adolescent Psychiatry, Child Psychiatry

Obsessive-compulsive disorder, OCD- An Overview Definition of OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder (also called OCD), in psychiatry, is defined as a type of anxiety disorder in which the person has recurring, unwanted and invasive thoughts and ideas (this is the obsession) that make them feel driven to…

What are the Depression Types?

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulMarch 25, 2020

Adolescent Psychiatry, Adult Psychiatry, Child Psychiatry, Depression

Depression Types When it comes to depression, there are many names and types that you may have heard. Here, we will discuss some of the different depression types. To read more about what causes depression click here. Major Depression This is also sometimes referred to…

What Causes Depression in Children and Teens?

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulMarch 24, 2020

Child Psychiatry

What Causes Depression in Children and Teens

Causes of Depression in Kids and Teenagers More than ever, depression in children and teens is a cause for concern due to increased prevalence rates in recent years. Depression rates of children between the ages of 12 and 18 rose from 16% in 2010 to…

Florida Child Psychiatrist

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulMarch 15, 2020

Child Psychiatry

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…