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Discussing the ‘Obsession’ With Childhood Disorder Labelling

Mad in America

The instability of labels Recently, a well-designed cohort study reported that nearly 40% of 213 toddlers classified with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) no longer met the criteria for ASD at the age of 5-7 years. Recovery’ from ‘autism’ was not associated with the intensity of the treatment received.

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As a Psychologist, I’ve Seen Many Children Misdiagnosed as Autistic—It’s a Clinical Catastrophe

Mad in America

T he one-size-fits-all autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis, as configured in the Revised Fifth Edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM- 5-TR), is a clinical catastrophe. The result, a recurring theme in this article, is the rampant misdiagnosis of autism. Stress and tension?

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Autism vs. ADHD: Understanding Attention and Hyperactivity Challenges

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

Could it be Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or possibly a bit of both? What are Autism and ADHD? You might be feeling a mix of concern, curiosity, and perhaps even a little hesitation in seeking answers. Lets explore this together with compassion and clarity.

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How to Tell Your Child About Their Autism Diagnosis

Child Mind Intitute

When your child receives an autism spectrum diagnosis, you may wonder how it will affect their life and what support they might need. She points to a study showing that first impressions of adults with autism spectrum disorder improved when the diagnosis was disclosed and when peers had more information about the disorder.

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Q&A: What Is Executive Function, and How Can Parents and Teachers Help Kids Focus?

Mad in America

For the purposes of this article, we’ll be looking at ways to help children and adolescents with ADHD behaviors develop and strengthen their EF skills both at home and in the school setting. A 2012 article published by the National Library of Medicine reported a variety of results from several studies.

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Day # 149: Other Eating Disorders (Avoidant/Restrictive, Rumination, & Pica)

Bullet Psych

Proposed risk factors include anxiety disorders, autism spectrum disorder, OCD, ADHD, developmental delays , children of parents with eating disorders , and a personal history of gastrointestinal conditions. If you enjoy this content and would like to support the website then consider donating.

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Could IPT Be a Treatment Option for Autism?

International Society for Interpersonal Psychother

Can Interpersonal Psychotherapy prevent or treat depression among people with Autism Spectrum Disorder? Individuals on the autism spectrum often experience comorbid depression, social stress, and difficulties in relating to themselves and others. Since 1995 I work in a psychiatric clinic for adults.