Sports, Exercise Protects Mental Health Of Growing Kids
Young children who participated in sports teams and physical education classes were less likely to develop problems like depression, anxiety and addiction as they aged into teenagers, researchers reported May 13 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
U.S. Mothers Struggling With Mental Health Challenges
A new study finds more moms in the U.S. describe their mental health as fair or poor. Researchers say their physical health is also on the decline.
Child-Parent Psychotherapy could help young traumatized children
The method tested by Norlén in her research is called CPP, Child–Parent Psychotherapy, and is designed for children under the age of six. It has been used with good results in other parts of the world, such as the US.
What Does It Mean to Be Neurodivergent?
People who are neurodivergent differ in the way their brain functions due to conditions such as autism spectrum disorders (ASD), dyslexia, and others. They face challenges due to how they think, learn, and engage with the world. They can also have unique special skills in areas like memory, math, and pattern recognition.
Acute Stress Disorder: A Condition Related to PTSD
Acute stress disorder is a condition wherein you develop distressing symptoms (like flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts) immediately after a traumatic event.In some cases, it is a precursor to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can only be diagnosed one month after a stressful event. For other people, their acute stress disorder resolves within a month of the traumatic event.
