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  • A to Z: Tic Disorder for Parents


    Learn about conditions of the brain and nervous system and conditions related to ADHD and OCD.

  • Anorexia for Parents


    People with the eating disorder anorexia are very afraid of gaining weight. They have unrealistic views of their body and try to eat as little as possible. They also might exercise too much or do other things to lose weight.

  • Bulimia for Parents


    People with the eating disorder bulimia often eat large amounts of food over short periods of time (binge eat). Then, they try to prevent weight gain by doing things like exercising too much or throwing up what they ate.

  • Understanding Your Child’s Eating Disorder (Video) for Parents


    An eating disorder affects the way people think about food and eating. This leads to behaviors that harm physical and mental health. Anyone can develop an eating disorder. Learn more in this video.

  • A to Z: Expressive Language Disorder for Parents


    This type of speech problem can make it hard for kids to put words together and express what they want to say. Learn more here.

  • Anxiety Disorders for Parents


    Anxiety is a normal part of growing up, and all kids experience it. But when it becomes extreme, it can interfere with a child's overall happiness.

  • Speech-Language Therapy for Parents


    Working with a certified speech-language pathologist can help a child with speech or language difficulties.

  • A to Z: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) for Parents


    Learn about personality disorders and complications of mental illness.

  • A to Z: Bipolar Disorder for Parents


    Learn about depressive disorders, mental illnesses, and conditions that affect moods and the brain.

  • Auditory Processing Disorder for Parents


    Kids with APD can't understand what they hear in the same way other kids do. That's because their ears and brain don't fully coordinate. But early diagnosis and a variety of strategies can help them.