Self-Care Techniques That Ease My Bipolar Disorder Symptoms

When our kids begin to lie, it can be disheartening. While we will want to nip the behavior in the bud immediately, it’s important not to respond incorrectly.In some cases, the way you respond could end up encouraging their bad behavior to continue. The first time I caught my son lying, my heart dropped to the floor.

There are so many things I wish for my child, and one of the major things I have been focusing on lately is working towards ensuring they are not selfish. Kids are naturally a bit more self-inclined, as is their nature, however, it is up to us to help them develop into empathetic and kind individuals.We live in a very self-obsessed world. It is even harder now to raise selfless kids because the norm has become selfishness and narcissism.

January 19, 2023Virtual reality (VR) games may be used to accurately and objectively diagnose ADHD symptoms in children, according to a team of Finland-based researchers. Their newly developed VR game, Executive Performance in Everyday LIving (EPELI), performed better than standard behavioral tests in distinguishing children with ADHD from those without ADHD in a small study of 76 subjects.

January 22, 2023Physical activity can significantly reduce depressive symptoms in children and adolescents, according to a recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics. 1The meta-analysis of 21 studies involving 2,441 participants (47% boys and 53% girls) between the ages of 11-19 found that physical activity may help alleviate depressive symptoms in young patients.

Belinda Hawkins is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her wisdom, dedication, and positivity. She felt anxiety and a sense of not belonging from a very young age. That lead her to try many ways of trying to find herself. […]

A life coach can be an invaluable asset when it comes to achieving your goals and improving your overall well being. Whether you’re looking to make a career change, improve your relationships, or simply find more meaning in your life, a good coach can help you get there. But how do you go about finding […]

A life coach can be an invaluable asset when it comes to achieving your goals and improving your overall well being. Whether you’re looking to make a career change, improve your relationships, or simply find more meaning in your life, a good coach can help you get there. But how do you go about finding […]

Eating disorders disproportionately impact teens with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) 12 – and we don’t fully understand why. A growing body of research links ADHD to a higher incidence of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder during puberty and adolescence – a time when a mix of factors, including social media use, can contribute to negative body image and low-self-esteem.

Lisa Brewer is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her vast expertise and dedication. She started her coaching career after reading the book “The Willpower Instinct”. She was inspired by the book and with permission she used it to create […]

Olukunle Ige Iyanu is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with him. He impressed us with his passion for coaching. He started his career back in 2019 after crawling out of his depression and he decided to spread positivity to the world. He is doing online […]

Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and binge-eating disorder (BED) typically begin in adolescence, but they are increasingly seen in younger children.Researchers have linked the rise of eating disorders in children and teens to the pandemic and the ongoing youth mental health crisis, among other stressors.12Social media may also play a role in driving body image dissatisfaction and negative comparison among teens.3 What’s more, children and teens with conditions like anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at greater risk for developing eating disorders.4 ,5Eating disorders are complex but treatable conditions. Early detection greatly improves recovery and health outcomes.If you are concerned that your child is showing signs of an eating disorder like AN, BN, or BED, answer the questions below and share the results with your child’s pediatrician or a licensed mental health professional who is experienced in diagnosing and treating eating disorders.If you or a loved one are suffering from an eating disorder, contact the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) for support, resources, and treatment options. Call or text NEDA at 800-931-2237 or visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org to reach a NEDA volunteer.This self-test was adapted from materials provided in “Identification and Management of Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents” published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

About 30 million people in the U.S. will develop an eating disorder during their lifetime.1 The most common eating disorders – anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and binge-eating disorder (BED) – are characterized by unhealthy behaviors and thoughts around food, eating, and body image.Eating disorders often occur alongside other conditions.