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What is Autism?

Autism, also called autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a complicated condition that includes problems with communication and behavior. More childre...

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for Autism

Professionals within your child's district are usually the ones who do the evaluation, but it can also be done by a developmental pediatrician or p...

What are Causes and Symptoms of Autism?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can look different in different people. The common thread is differences in social skills, communication, and behavi...

What are The Types of Autism Spectrum Disorders?

Autism spectrum disorders include social, communication, and behavioral challenges. This mouthful of a diagnosis included most children whose autis...

Aphasia

With mild aphasia, the person may be able to converse, yet have trouble finding the right word or understanding complex conversations. Serious apha...

Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM)

Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a rare kind of inflammation that affects the brain and spinal cord, usually in children. ADEM has a ...

What are Hypomania and Mania in Bipolar Disorder?

You can go from the depths of depression to the racing thoughts, extreme energy, and wired feelings that doctors call “mania.”. The problem is that...

Warning Signs and Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder

People with bipolar disorder often have cycles of elevated and depressed mood that fit the description of 'manic depression.' When a person's illne...

Living & Support

There’s a lot you can do to help manage your bipolar disorder.

Bipolar Diagnosis

Doctors have come a long way in fully understanding different moods in bipolar disorder and in making an accurate diagnosis. In making the diagnosi...

Causes of Bipolar Disorder

Doctors don't completely understand the causes of bipolar disorder. In studies of identical twins, scientists report that if one identical twin has...

What are Wrinkles?

Wrinkles mainly happen on the parts of the body that get the most sun exposure, including the face, neck, the backs of the hands, and the tops of t...