Selective Mutism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Selective mutism is a childhood anxiety disorder that affects a child's ability to speak in certain social situations. Children with selective mutism may speak normally in familiar environments, but they may become silent or barely whisper in public settings, such as school or...

Educational Toys for 2 Year Olds to 10 Year Olds Educational toys play a crucial role in fostering children's cognitive, social, and emotional development while they engage in play. These toys are specifically designed to stimulate curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills, making learning an enjoyable and interactive experience. From...

Development Toys for 2-Year-Olds: Enhancing Learning Through Play As children reach the age of two, their curiosity and desire to explore the world around them begin to blossom. This is a crucial stage in their development, where play becomes not only a source of entertainment but also a means of...

  Brief overview of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)   Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that causes significant instability in emotions, behavior, relationships, and self-image. People with BPD often experience intense mood swings, difficulty regulating emotions, and make impulsive choices, which can lead to difficulties in relationships...

Patients and parents have asked me about the difference between HOCD and denial, in terms of sexuality. These terms are both used frequently in social media and online circles but are not necessarily terms used clinically when it comes to sexual orientation, psychiatry, or developmental pediatrics. What is HOCD? HOCD,...