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​Misattributed paternity can be devastating for men who have spent years believing they are biologically tied to a child, only to later learn that they actually share no DNA. Paternity fraud causes immense emotional pain and turmoil, affecting the biological father, the non-biological father, the mother, and the child at the center of it. Also, victims of misattributed paternity may have been paying child support for years. Once the truth is revealed, it is rarely a simple matter to be reimbursed for those payments....

Self-respect demands an appreciation of your identity as an individual, which in turn impacts your thoughts, values, emotions, commitments, and behaviors, says Judith Zackson, PhD, Founder and Clinical Director of Zackson Psychology Group. Self-Respect According to the American Psychological Association, having self-respect means having a healthy regard for your character, values, and dignity. It is a measure of your self-worth. This article explains the importance of respecting yourself and suggests some strategies to improve your sense of self-respect....

If you’re an avid cyclist, bike pumps will help you fix a flat tire swiftly and efficiently. Even if you only bike recreationally, they are useful for preparing for your next ride or inflating other things around the house—like air mattresses or sports balls. The best bike pumps have the right style, pressure capabilities, size, and weight for your biking needs. There are a variety of bike pumps on the market, including mini pumps designed for portability and compressors that take the physical work out of inflating your tires....

There’s a lot more to math than just addition and subtraction. And of course, as your child gets older, math gets more complicated. To support your child’s mathematical learning, know these math concepts and terms from addend to zero. Math Terms From A to Z A is for addend: An addend is one of the numbers that will be added in an addition problem. In the problem 3 + 5 = 8, 3 and 5 are addends....

Conventional wisdom has long suggested that we cannot grow new brain cells; that we are born with all of the brain cells we will ever have and that once those gray cells expire, they’re gone for good. This belief was fueled, in part, by the fact that certain motor (movement) and cognitive (thought) functions tend to decline the older we get. But should this suggest that it’s all downhill once we approach a certain age and that we have no choice but to wait for the inevitable decline?...

Imagine you are a 15-year-old girl. Two years ago, halfway through your freshman year of high school, you sheltered at home to avoid a novel virus, going months without seeing friends and spending hours on Zoom fulfilling your course requirements. You missed high school milestones like Friday night football games, parties, and dates. Instead, you began relying on social media more than ever, spending hours scrolling, hoping to feel stimulated and inspired....

Underachievement occurs when a child’s performance is below what is expected based on the child’s ability. For example, a child who scores in the 97th percentile on standardized tests can be expected to excel in school, earning As and perhaps some Bs. But a child with high potential who consistently earns Cs could be said to be underachieving. Some experts suggest that gifted children who are working below their potential in school are not necessarily underachievers....

Diaper rash, or diaper dermatitis, is a general term to describe inflammation in the diaper area. A diaper rash is very common, occurring in 16% to 65% of children under age 2, and can be caused by irritation to the skin, yeast or bacterial infections, and skin allergies. Here’s how to spot telltale symptoms, as well as how to treat diaper rash. How It Happens Several factors may increase your infant’s risk of developing a diaper rash, including: Having frequent stools or diarrheaNot being kept clean and dryWearing too-tight diapers that rub the skinTeething, which causes extra saliva to be passed through the gutHaving had thrush, a yeast infection in the mouthTaking antibiotics (or if you’re breastfeeding and on antibiotics, they can pass through your breast milk to your baby) Types of Diaper Rashes The majority of diaper rashes can fall under the category of “irritant dermatitis,” which is a rash that occurs from skin over-hydration, friction, and frequent and prolonged contact with urine and stool....

What Is Attention Suppression? Attention suppression can help manage anxiety and stress, as well as improve our focus and productivity. However, it can also lead to problems if we avoid important information or ignore potential dangers. Attention Suppression Attention suppression is a cognitive process by which we consciously or unconsciously avoid focusing on certain stimuli. This can happen when the stimulus is unpleasant, overwhelming, or simply not interesting to us....

If you or your child have recently been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you’re not alone. Approximately 5% of people around the world live with this condition. ADHD is a health condition that affects the brain’s development. As a result, it can cause symptoms such as: Having difficulty focusing on tasks Getting distracted easily and leaving tasks incompleteHaving trouble staying organizedForgetting or misplacing thingsBeing unable to sit stillFeeling impatient and having trouble waiting This article explores the next steps after being diagnosed with ADHD, including treatment options and coping strategies....

Zumba is hugely popular with mom and dad, but will Zumba for kids experience the same surge of popularity? The allure of the workouts is its premise: “Ditch the workout, join the party.” Parents who love Zumba (and find it effective) may want to share the workout with their kids; kids who see their parents’ enthusiasm may want to get in on the fun. Teens may be able to join you at your own class, but for younger kids, the options to participate are growing....

Each of your nipples has many small openings that lead to the milk ducts and allow breast milk to flow out of your breast to the baby. The size and shape of nipples vary, and some people have flat nipples that don’t protrude from the areola. It is still possible to breastfeed if you have flat nipples. What Are Flat Nipples? Flat nipples are not raised. They appear to lay even with the areola and the surrounding skin of the breast....

What Are Anticholinergics? Anticholinergics are a class of drugs used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, from asthma to the side effects of certain psychiatric medications. They are also used to treat some symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. They can help to decrease the involuntary movement of muscles in your body that are part of the disease. For instance, with Parkinson’s disease, anticholinergics are used to control tremors that are commonly characteristic of the condition....

Ethics are an important concern in the field of psychology, particularly as it relates to therapy and research. Working with patients and conducting psychological research can pose a wide variety of ethical and moral issues that need to be addressed. The APA ethics code provides guidance for professionals working in the field of psychology so that they’re better equipped with the knowledge of what to do when they encounter some type of moral or ethical dilemma....

Being a parent to a newborn can be a wild ride. You are given this little ball of squish and it’s your job to love and protect them. You’d think that all you’d need to do is feed them, change their diaper, and put them to bed. But it’s not quite that simple. If you are the parent of an infant, you probably know how stressful the whole experience can be, and how quick you may be to second-guess every little thing about your newborn’s behavior....

Hypnotherapy is an evidence-based treatment for addiction, which can also be used to treat a variety of other psychological difficulties. Hypnotherapy combines the psychological process of hypnosis with psychotherapy. Hypnotherapy is conducted by a trained therapist, typically a licensed psychologist, with a client who is informed about and understands and consents to the process. Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness, known as a trance state, which is deliberately induced by one person—the hypnotist or hypnotherapist—on another individual person or group of people—the hypnotic subject or subjects....

If you have been holding off on wine through nine months of pregnancy, you may be looking forward to the day when you can once again sip a glass of red with your dinner. But if you are breastfeeding, you may be wondering if it’s OK to drink wine. Although abstaining from alcohol is always the safest option, it’s generally fine to drink a limited amount of wine while breastfeeding. Alcohol does pass into breastmilk so it is best to keep an eye on how much you drink as well as when you drink....

Do you have ADHD and wonder if there are scholarships available for college? Use these tips for looking for scholarship opportunities, including those for people with ADHD. Searching for Scholarships When searching for ADHD scholarships for college, you may want to widen your search to include scholarships available for people with disabilities in general. You may also want to explore private scholarships that have nothing to do with ADHD. For example, you might be eligible for scholarships depending on your study interests and career goals, ethnic background, religious affiliation, extracurricular activities, military experience, and your parents’ place of employment....

Crying in your sleep can happen to babies, children, adults, and the elderly. It can feel upsetting to wake up with tears in your eyes. This article discusses what causes people to cry in their sleep and when to seek medical help. What Causes People to Cry in Their Sleep? Getting a baby to sleep through the night is probably the number one thing most new parents hope for. Babies tend to cry in their sleep because they are not used to transitioning from one stage of sleep to the next....

The decision to breastfeed or not to breastfeed is a personal one. There are many good reasons to breastfeed your baby, but there are disadvantages to nursing as well. Understanding the pros and cons of breastfeeding can help you decide what is right for you and your family. Disadvantages of Breastfeeding Breastfeeding has many benefits, but there are some downsides too. Following are some of the disadvantages of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding can be painful....