Diagnosis
Should You Tell Your Child Their Mental Health Diagnosis?
The other day a colleague shared a story with me about one of her young patients who had been having terrifying intrusive thoughts of hurting other people. Understand that this was the sweetest, gentlest kid you could ever imagine. Afraid that she was going to act on those frightening thoughts, she told her parents. Her […]
Short Diagnosis Times in Autism: Impacts of Waiting Periods
Why Short Diagnosis Times Matter for Those with Autism Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects millions of individuals worldwide, with the CDC reporting 1 in 36 having the condition. Those with autism commonly present with symptoms including challenges in communication, social interaction, and behavior. However, due to the varying degrees of ASD and the unique ways […]