ADHD
How is ADHD Diagnosed? (and is it over-diagnosed?)
Pathologizing? There is wide-spread belief that children are over-diagnosed and over-prescribed, which implies that some kids are ‘just being kids’ and we’
ADHD
When Should You Tell Your Child The Diagnosis?
To tell or not to tell I am often asked by parents whether or not they should tell their child the diagnosis? It’s a
Autism
The Hate-Filled Letter: What now?
Grandmother receives a nasty letter You undoubtedly heard by now of the over-the-top, vicious and shameful letter a family in Canada received about
Autism
Induced Labor and Increased Autism Risk: Another misleading Headline | August 20, 2013
Written by Dr. John Carosso What was that all about? You remember the recent headline, based on a study from JAMA Pediatrics (August 12, 2013)
Autism
Autism and Early Intervention; What Works and How Well?
Early intervention for autism produces the strongest outcomes. Learn what the research shows, and how Autism Centers of Pittsburgh supports early diagnosis and treatment.
Anxiety
Treating Anxiety and Obsessions: Nothing to Fear but Fear itself?
Written by Dr. John Carosso Nothing to fear…? Y’ know, Franklin Delano Roosevelt may have been on to something. You see, anxiety is considered to
Autism
Can Children Lose An Autism Diagnosis?
Can children outgrow an autism diagnosis? Research says some can, under the right conditions. Learn what the evidence shows at ACP's Autism FAQ.
ADHD
My Child Won’t Go To Sleep!!!
Written by Dr. Carosso New Years Tradition It’s a time-honored tradition to stay awake on New Year’s Eve to welcome the new
Autism
Autism and Violent Crimes: Let’s Look at the Numbers
Written by Dr. John Carosso Recent events and speculation The recent events in Connecticut are abhorrent and troubling beyond words. Our thoughts and prayers go