Written by Dr. John Carosso I'm sorry, but it's that time again, and your kids will be back in the classroom before you know it. Summer vs. School Routine Need I mention the difference between summer and school-year routines? If you start about 2-3 weeks out (or even a month out), it’s much easier to […]
Written by Dr. John Carosso, Psy.D. Just around the corner I know it’s only April, but you and I both know that summer recess will be here before ya know it, so best to start planning and preparing now. There is lots to think about, and would hate to have you awaken that fateful day […]
At cpcwecare.com you can find a bunch of helpful parenting resources. Here are a few: Check out our TV programs from “CPC Presents” covering any number of topics including: o Facts and fallacies about autism o Teenage cutting o Understanding fears and phobias o Facts and fallacies about ADHD o Trichotillomania o Selective mutism o […]
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 good question, and of course the answer is somewhat complex. Focus on symptoms, not the diagnosis I find that it’s rarely beneficial to place a ‘label’ on the symptoms, and subsequently […]
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 their child who has autism. Apparently the neighbor was put-off by the child’s behavior and wrote a hate-filled letter of complaint that was full of insults and vitriol. Our Reaction Of course, […]
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 be based in fear and, more often than not, there really is nothing to fear but the fear itself. Anxiety can manifest in worry, obsession, irrational fears (phobias), compulsive behavior, […]
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 year. However, now that New Years is over, it’s time to get our kids to sleep on-time, and ensure they stay asleep. A Common Problem Wish getting to sleep were that easy. Sleep […]
Written by Dr. John Carosso First, what is it, and what’s with the name? Pica is an unusual compulsion to eat nonfood items. It goes beyond ‘mouthing’ objects to actually swallowing; most common items include dirt, clay, paint chips, chalk, baking soda, feces, hair, glue, toothpaste , and soap. However, the list of potential items […]
The Sting Not too long ago I was stung by a hornet. Not a pleasant experience by any means, but it’s not like I haven’t been stung before so didn’t think it would be much more than an annoyance. All stings not created equal Well, as it turns out, the first sting, possibly years earlier, […]
Check-out Dr. C's Morning Minute at AutismCenterofPittsburgh.com where you'll find information-packed minute-long video-posts covering topics such as: -Autism and ADHD -Autism and OCD -Autism and Antidepressants -Deciphering Research Findings -Autism and Applied Behavioral Analysis -Autism and Discrete Trial Therapy and more to follow. Feel free to request a topic of your choice at DoctorC@AutismCenterofPittsburgh.com or […]
