December 3, 2013

Choosing Appropriate Gifts

At this time of year, parents and caregivers may be overwhelmed by the number of possible gifts for children that promise to increase a child’s intelligence or physical development.

December 3, 2013

How Schools Respond When A Child Is Being Cyberbullied

As a child psychiatrist, I often find myself in adversarial negotiations with school districts.

November 26, 2013

Do As I Say, Not As I TXT: Tips For Parents To Manage Technology Use At The Dinner Table

In 21st-century America, where we no longer quilt on the front porch, play musical instruments together, or plant beans side-by-side in the field, dinner is the primary occasion we use to connect w

November 22, 2013

Let’s Talk Turkey

The expression, ‘talking turkey,’ has two opposite original meanings—to speak pleasantly around the dinner table, or to skip the niceties, and get right to what’s important.

September 18, 2013

Mental Illness And Society: Prisons, Rehabilitation And Prevention

Our prisons are loaded with teenagers and adults who suffer from psychiatric disorders.

September 18, 2013

What If My Child Has Bipolar Disorder?

Here’s a familiar, yet until recently almost-never-talked-about scenario.

Billy is 10 years old.

September 19, 2013

Can My Teen Be My Confidant?

It’s awfully hard to figure out if your teenager is grown up.  That’s largely because it’s awfully hard for your teen to decide.

September 23, 2013

Tips For Parents Sending Their Kids To College

College is quite a milestone in family life. For parents and college-bound youth, it represents the real beginning of adulthood.

December 6, 2013

What If My Child Has OCD?

I’ve checked my computer three times today to make sure I’m saving this document.

December 3, 2013

Choosing Appropriate Gifts

At this time of year, parents and caregivers may be overwhelmed by the number of possible gifts for children that promise to increase a child’s intelligence or physical development.

December 3, 2013

How Schools Respond When A Child Is Being Cyberbullied

As a child psychiatrist, I often find myself in adversarial negotiations with school districts.

December 2, 2013

What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism, more formally referred to as autism spectrum disorders (ASD), are conditions where individuals struggle with social relationships and communication.