KidsHealth

1Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Pervasive developmental disorder (PDDs), including autism, affect communication and social skills, behaviors, and cognitive skills. There's no cure, but early intervention and treatment can help kids develop skills and achieve their best potential.

2El autismo y otros trastornos generalizados del desarrollo
El término trastornos generalizados del desarrollo TGD (pervasive developmental disorders, PDD, por sus siglas en inglés) se refiere a condiciones que afectan a los niños(as) e incluyen retrasos o impedimentos en la comunicación y en las habilidades sociales.

3Asperger Syndrome
Asperger syndrome (AS) is part of a group of diagnoses called "autistic spectrum disorders" - developmental disabilities that include autism and other disorders with similar characteristics.

4The Rise of Psychiatric Diagnoses in Younger Kids
The rate of antipsychotic medications given to kids 2 to 5 years old doubled between 1999 and 2007. While the number of younger kids affected still is very small, the growing trend alarms mental health experts.

5Is There a Connection Between Vaccines and Autism?
Find out what the experts have to say.

6Autism
Autism is a brain problem that can make it hard for kids to communicate. Find out more in this article for kids.

7Raising a Child With Autism: Paige and Iain's Story
When their son was diagnosed with autism at age 3, Paige and Iain were devastated. Since then, Lochlan has gotten the treatment and services he needs, and is learning about the world around him. Read their story.

8Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy can help improve kids' cognitive, physical, and motor skills and enhance their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment.

9Understanding Depression
Depression is the most common mental health disorder in the U.S. If you think your child is depressed, you'll want to learn more about what depression is, what causes it, and what you can do to help.

10Medical Problems
Looking for information about a chronic childhood condition or disease? Read about asthma, allergies, cancer, diabetes, heart murmurs, sleep disorders, and much more.