How Do Professionals Treat Anxiety? Psychotherapy and medications are the two principal ways to treat anxiety.  Moderate to severe anxiety is typically best treated with both medication and therapy (cognitive behavioral therapy, also called CBT).  Let's discuss two main treatment options: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for Anxiety Medications for Anxiety...

Explain Anxiety to a Child Many of us are familiar with what anxiety is, which is a normal emotion people feel when in overwhelming or tense situations. However, if one feels higher levels of anxiety than usual, and it comes often, it may be a medical disorder. This is what...

Autism is a condition affecting how one would behave, communicate, and socialize with other people. This is also known as the autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which has different subtypes or severities. Some people call one of those Asperger's syndrome, but all are treated as a condition that has a wide-ranging...

The age group of tweens and teens is extremely difficult.  Physical changes, hormonal challenges, peer pressure, and emotional disruption can all contribute to the confusion for both the adolescent and parents. What Causes Anxiety in Teens? Professionals don't thoroughly understand the combination of genetics, life events, brain activities, and other...

A new baby usually means wonderful friends and family members bringing in toys.  As the child moves from the first weeks through the next several months, you might want to consider toys that will be fun but also aid in their development. As a child psychiatrist, here are some that...