If you’re noticing signs of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in your child or if they’ve recently been diagnosed with OCD, it can be difficult to know what to do.
This mental illness is often misunderstood because of its representation in the media. It’s often described as simply liking a clean room or keeping things a certain way. Clinical OCD is much more intense than this. It often needs professional intervention for the person to be able to live a normal life.
So, what are the signs and symptoms of OCD in children? How can you help after a diagnosis of childhood OCD? It’s all outlined here.
Autism Spectrum Disorder: What Parents Need to Know
Did you know that 1 in 44 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder?(1)
If you have a child who is currently or has recently been diagnosed with autism, you may be feeling overwhelmed and confused.
You may be wondering what this diagnosis means for your child's future.
What treatment options are available? What can you do to help your child?
Here's what parents need to know about autism spectrum disorder in children.
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