Understanding Anxiety Disorders

An anxiety disorder is much more than a case of nerves. In fact, its symptoms may be overwhelming. But treatment can ease many of these symptoms.

Recognizing Depression in Children and Teens

Maybe your 10-year-old is the class bully. Or your teenage daughter ignores her curfew. These actions might be normal signs of growing up. But they also may signal depression. Depression is a serious problem in both children and teens. But treatment can help.

Understanding Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that mainly affects young women. It can threaten your health, your well-being, and even your life. Much about anorexia isn't fully understood. But it can be treated.

Understanding Anxiety Disorders in Children

It's normal for children to have fears. They may be afraid of monsters, ghosts, or the dark. At times, they might be frightened by a book or movie. In most cases, these fears fade over time. But children with anxiety disorders are often afraid. Or they may have fears that go away for a while but return again and again.

Treating ADHD: Medicine

In many cases, medicine is part of a child's treatment plan. These medicines give a steady supply of the chemicals needed to send and receive messages within the brain.