Not looking to a parent for comfort in new situations Being happy to play alone for long periods of time Not making eye contact Signs of autism in toddlers Some of the signs that a toddler, between one year old and two years old, may have autism spectrum disorder include: 8 Not developin...
"Spectrum" in autism spectrum disorder refers to the wide range of symptoms, skills, and severity of the disorder. The three most common disorders on the autism spectrum are autism, Asperger's syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder- not otherwise specified. Signs of Autism in Toddlers Auti...
Symptoms in toddlers Diagnosis Treatment What about medication? Outlook A diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) usually happens during the elementary school years, but it can happen earlier, when the child is still a toddler. Signs of ADHD may not be clear in toddlers. Child...
A 2022 study published in the Journal of Technology in Behavioral Science found that internet-based therapy for young adults with ADHD is not only effective but was preferred by the majority of participants to in-person therapy. Read more ...
Research on the origins of narcissism in children shows that the opposite can also be true: Parental overvaluation—believing your child is more special and entitled than others—can also cultivate narcissism.5 "The more parents can be self-aware, the more they can choose their behavior and acti...
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is one of several personality disorders. People with this condition have an inflated idea of themselves, and they need a lot of attention from other people. They often struggle to understand other people’s feelings. People with NPD may not have high self...
Dysgraphiais a learning disability that affects writing abilities. Slow processing speed can impact the speed and fluency of written expression. Executive FunctioningDisorders: Difficulties in executive functions, such as planning, organizing, initiating, and completing tasks, can contribute to slow process...
Although it may be difficult to hear your child cry, remember that separation anxiety does have a positive aspect: It indicates that a healthy attachment has formed between a caregiver and a child. While separation anxiety in toddlers isn't something to worry about, do watch for signs of extr...
The course of catatonia may be simple/benign or malignant. Why only some patients with theseconditions develop catatonia is unknown (Dhossche et al 2010a). be considered when an olderperson, without a history of mood disorder, exhibits catatonic features, especially ifMA Taylor...
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychology of addictive behaviors Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is often considered the "gold standard" of therapy for mental illnesses, including substance use disorders. CBT teaches clients to identify what led to their addiction, recognize maladaptive thought...