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Potty training was easy for Donna Gleize’s daughter, Agathe. The process went quickly and smoothly, and Donna, a mom of four living in County Cork, Ireland, was relieved that her daughter trained in time for preschool. But when Donna gave birth to another child, the accidents started. Lots of them. Donna didn’t know what to do at first. It didn’t seem to make sense that her perfectly-trained daughter, who was even night-trained, was suddenly unable to control her bladder....

When you quit smoking, you may experience the “icky threes”: extra challenges at day 3, week 3, and month 3 of not smoking. Not everyone experiences the icky threes. And if you do, they might happen at slightly different time intervals. But these tough times are common enough to take note of and be prepared for in case you experience them. Day 3 of Not Smoking The first three days of smoking cessation are intense for most ex-smokers, and day 3 is when many people experience the discomforts of physical withdrawal....

Internalizing means keeping your feelings or issues inside and not sharing your concerns with others. Internalizing is a symptom of several mental health disorders, but is frequently seen in borderline personality disorder (BPD), an illness characterized by extreme mood swings, erratic changes in self-image and behavior, and impulsivity. Frequent internalizing is often linked to low self-esteem, loneliness, self-harm, and social isolation. Internalizing emotions can make you feel alone, depressed, misunderstood, and without anyone to relate to....

What Is Intimate Partner Violence? Intimate partner violence involves abusive or aggressive behavior that is meant to frighten, hurt, manipulate, or control someone. It may involve a series of episodes over several years or a single episode that can have a lasting impact. Intimate Partner Violence Intimate partner violence (IPV), also referred to as domestic abuse or domestic violence, is a form of abuse that occurs in romantic relationships, by current or former partners or spouses....

Jillian Lorenz is the co-founder and co-CEO of fitness empire, The Barre Code. In addition to being a business owner, she is busy at home raising four kids. “Honestly, I think being a first-time mom was harder than where I am now, just because of all the things that you learn and the shift in life,” she shares. Parents don’t work 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.—we work 7 a.m. to 7 p....

If you are pregnant and living with diabetes, controlling your health can be stressful as you worry about health implications for you and your child. A recent study analyzed a potential link between diabetes in pregnancy and babies born with vision problems. While it can seem like just one more thing to worry about, it’s simply an increased risk to watch out for as your baby grows. Here’s what researchers found....

Microcephaly is a congenital condition, which means it is present at birth, in which a baby’s head is significantly smaller than expected for an infant of the same age and gender. During a typical pregnancy, the head of the fetus grows as the brain grows. In microcephaly, often times the brain has not grown and developed properly, so the head has not grown accordingly, either. Symptoms Although symptoms of microcephaly can vary, there are symptoms that are more common than others, including:...

The promise of psychedelic therapy has gained lots of attention in recent months, especially as clinical and anecdotal evidence grows. The once incredibly taboo substances of ketamine, psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA are losing some of their stigma as psychiatrists seek new treatments for a variety of mental health conditions. Key Takeaways More and more people are looking to psychedelics as treatment for mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety.Ketamine is currently the only legal psychedelic approved for off-label use treatment of depression....

What Is Pedophile OCD (POCD)? POCD, also known as pedophile obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a type of OCD that involves havingobsessions—or intrusive thoughts—that are focused on fears about being or becoming a pedophile. These obsessions trigger immense anxiety, distress, and disruptions in a person’s life. The person feels the urge to perform compulsions, or safety behaviors, to alleviate anxiety, prevent something bad from happening, seek certainty that they are not a pedophile, etc....

If you are diabetic and want to get pregnant, you may be worried about having a more complicated pregnancy. Although you will likely face more challenges in pregnancy than if you did not have diabetes, being diabetic does not mean that your pregnancy is destined for major complications or miscarriage. That said, you do need to be proactive in your diabetes care prior to pregnancy to optimize your health and your baby’s and prevent possible complications....

Childhood obesity, which impacts 13.9% of two to 5-year-olds, 18.4% of 6 to 11 year olds, and 20.6% of 12 to 19 year olds, can result in a number of psychological issues. Weight issues can be particularly difficult during the tween years due to the unique social atmosphere this age group faces. Here’s what parents should know about the psychological effects of childhood obesity, so that they may help their child deal with challenges and other related problems....

Talking to an adult about feelings can be an uncomfortable experience for children and adolescents. While a mental health professional can provide a confidential space, the first few interactions can still feel like you’re speaking with a stranger and bring a sense of uneasiness. Key Takeaways A new study had two-feet-tall robots evaluate children’s mental health.Children were more likely to open up to the robots than in a previously supplied questionnaire....

What Is Sex Surrogate Therapy? Sex and our sexual health are vital parts of our health and happiness, even if they still feel a little taboo to talk about. Traditional sex therapy may help, and sex surrogate therapy may be a supportive complement. Sex Surrogate Therapy Sex surrogate therapy is a type of therapy that gives literal hands-on help—including, sometimes, intercourse to people struggling with their sex lives. It is also referred to as surrogate-assisted sex therapy and surrogate partner therapy....

It is very common for people with a diagnosis of PTSD to experience some type of problem sleeping. In fact, difficulty falling and/or staying asleep is considered one of the hyperarousal symptoms of PTSD, and studies have found that sleep problems are one of the most commonly reported symptoms reported by people with PTSD. Sleep Problems in PTSD People with PTSD may experience a number of different types of sleep problems....

At the end of the day you are certainly tired so it would stand to reason that your little one should be as well. Should, of course, is the operative word. Because even though your preschooler had a busy day at school and with friends and running errands with you, when night falls, she’s not ready to go to sleep. And when she finally makes it into bed, there is no guarantee she will stay there....

Today’s children are busy, and when a child enters middle school schedules can get even busier. In fact, your child’s schedule, and yours may at times be harried and overwhelming. But free time is important for children, especially as they enter puberty and adolescence. While too much free time can become problematic, it’s important for parents to make sure that their tween has a balance between scheduled activities and time for themself....

Solitude often gets a bad rap. Experts extol the virtues of social connectivity; it’s linked to better immunity, improved stress resilience, and even longer life. Being alone, on the other hand, is all too often equated with loneliness. Research suggests that social isolation and loneliness increase the risk of heart disease, obesity, anxiety, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, high blood pressure, and even early death. But research is also increasingly showing that there are real benefits to finding things to do by yourself....

Telling your employer that you have social anxiety disorder (SAD) can be difficult. If you’ve been diagnosed with SAD and have received treatment, you need to decide whether or not to tell your employer (or potential employer) about your condition. The choice is yours—you can choose to disclose or not disclose, and you can choose at what time you wish to disclose. Deciding on Disclosure You might be asking, “Why would I want to disclose my condition?...

Test percentile scores are just one type of test score you will find on your child’s testing reports from school. Percentile scores almost always are reported on major achievement tests that are taken by your child’s entire class. These scores also will be found on individual diagnostic test reports. Test percentile scores are important for making decisions about your child’s education, especially when considering a special education program. Understanding these scores can help you gain a clearer picture of your child’s abilities and help you spot areas where they may need extra assistance....

Having a baby is hard work. You have to go through something called labor to get the baby out. And then, the postpartum recovery period comes with a list of really interesting symptoms. Everything after birth seems a bit different, but here are the postpartum symptoms that women often say surprised them after birth. Sweating A couple of days after you give birth, you may find that you’re sweating a lot....