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Signs of a Narcissistic Parent and How to Deal With One
By Katherine George Your Health

Signs of a Narcissistic Parent and How to Deal With One

It’s more than just bragging about kids or pushing them to their limit in extra curricular activities. It goes much deeper and can have serious, long-term effects on children. Here are the common signs of a narcissistic parent, as well as tips on how parents can change and what the children should do…

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What to Know About Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
By Jeff Hayward Your Health

What to Know About Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Previously known as “Selective Eating Disorder,” it is now in the DSM-5 (the official manual of mental disorders) as Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, which is similar to anorexia but not rooted in body image, says the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). Here’s everything to know about ARFID.

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Behavioral and Emotional Disorders in Children: Common Types, Symptoms, and Treatments
Medically Reviewed by Greg Dorter, RP Children

Behavioral and Emotional Disorders in Children: Common Types, Symptoms, and Treatments

Just like adults, children are complicated creatures, and they can act in unusual ways. However, at some point, their behavior can cross over into disorder territory, including any of these common behavioral and emotional disorders found in children.

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6 Ways to Encourage Good Mental Health in Children
By Jeff Hayward Children

6 Ways to Encourage Good Mental Health in Children

Mental health disorders like depression and anxiety are often thought of as adult problems, but unfortunately they affect many children too—although children may be less likely to talk about it or know how to deal with it. The Kids Mental Health portal said not meeting these needs head on could result in children growing up […]

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