Autism
Autism: What Works; What Doesn't; and What Causes It
What causes autism, what treatments work, and what doesn't? Autism Centers of Pittsburgh separates evidence from noise. Visit our Autism FAQ for clear answers.
Anxiety
Eight Things Parents Can Do About Bullying At School
Written by Dr. Robert A. Lowenstein MD Bullying at school has become a major source of anxiety and trauma for many children in school. Going
School & Education
A Prayer a Day Keeps Anger Away…?
Written by Dr. Carosso I was perusing a recent Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin and came across a research article that caught my attention. I
Behavioral Health
Underage Drinking at Home - Where are the Parents?
Written by: Dr. Robert A. Lowenstein MDOne of the things that really bothered me when my son was a high school teenager involved his receiving
ADHD
Five Ways to Jump-Start Classroom Achievement
Written by Dr. Carosso Okay, here it goes; whether your child is a typical kiddo or struggles with attention, learning, social, or developmental issues, these
ADHD
Children's Sleep Problems - A Family Nightmare
Written by Dr. Robert A. Lowenstein MDChildren who have difficulty in going to bed or staying asleep cause major problems for many families. A child’
Autism
Autism: What about that "spectrum" thing?
The autism spectrum isn't a straight line from mild to severe. Learn what it really means, and how ACP approaches individualized care across the full range.
ADHD
Treating ADHD Without Stimulants
Written by Dr. Robert Lowenstein MD I often get questions by parents who prefer not to have their children prescribed a stimulant medication for ADHD.
Parenting
Getting kids to listen: Do rather than say
Written by Dr. Carosso: As parents, we expect kids to follow directions when told to do so, and that our child will do so immediately.