autism

As a mother of two autistic children, and a parent with autism herself, Alicia Trautwein shares a few things she wish others knew about this condition.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can mimic some other conditions in adults, so let’s take a closer look at the specific symptoms and other things to know.

Weighted blankets are one of the newest trends to enter the bedroom with promises of improving sleep, as well as relieving anxiety and stress. Before shelling out a couple hundred bucks, let’s find out what the hype is all about and whether or not these blankets actually work.

Unfortunately, mental illness is not that uncommon in teenagers. Thankfully, most mental illnesses are treatable. The tricky part is getting a diagnosis. We’ve compiled a list of the most common mental illnesses in teens and their symptoms.

While autism and ADHD share certain characteristics that can make them difficult to distinguish, they are very different. We’ve compared the two conditions to generate more understanding and an easier diagnosis.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complicated neurobehavioral condition that can impair social interactions and display repetitive behaviors, notes WebMD. But while it’s not fully understood, there are some things that doctors and scientists do know about it – and unfortunately, contrary information often makes it into mainstream consciousness. Here are 12 myths and misconceptions […]