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Kids use their behavior to show how they’re feeling and what they’re thinking. Often, they’re communicating something through their behavior that they aren’t necessarily able to verbalize. When determining what discipline strategy to use, consider the possible underlying cause for the behavior problem. They Want Attention When parents talk on the phone, visit with friends or family, or are otherwise occupied, kids feel left out. Throwing a tantrum, whining, or hitting a sibling is a great way to attract attention....

Adderall and Concerta are two prescription medications that can be prescribed for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Although these medicines have some similarities, they have a few differences as well. Here’s what you need to know about Adderall vs. Concerta. Adderall vs. Concerta: How They Work One way these two medicines are similar is that they are both stimulants, meaning that they are designed to increase brain activity. Adderall gets its stimulant effects from a combination of two drugs, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, while the stimulant in Concerta is methylphenidate....

Generally speaking, breastfeeding your husband or partner is OK. It’s not perverted or wrong if you want the person you are intimate with to breastfeed, or if they ask to try breastfeeding or taste your breast milk. What matters most is if both people are comfortable with and enthusiastic about trying adult breastfeeding. If so, go for it. Many adults are curious about adult breastfeeding, also known as erotic lactation. It’s also normal to be sexually interested in your partners’ breasts even when they’re producing breast milk....

Bipolar disorder and depression share many of the same symptoms, but there are several key differences between the conditions. Depression (sometimes referred to as “unipolar depression”) and bipolar disorder (or “bipolar depression”) are two distinct conditions that need to be treated differently. It’s very important that a person gets the correct diagnosis so they can receive proper treatment.  Unfortunately, it can be difficult to tell the difference between the conditions, and misdiagnosis can happen....

It is no secret that bullying is a widespread social issue that impacts the quality of education students receive. Yet, many school bullying prevention programs are significantly lacking. Simply holding a once-a-year assembly will not cause kids to bully less. In fact, neglecting to implement a comprehensive bullying prevention program is one of the many reasons prevention programs fail. These programs also get students to buy into the program and evolve as the student population evolves....

Can beer drinkers have withdrawal symptoms? There is a misconception among some drinkers that if they stick to beer it is somehow better for them than drinking the harder stuff. Of course, it is true that you can get more intoxicated more quickly by drinking whiskey, simply because you have less fluid to swallow. You can down a 1.5 ounce shot of liquor a lot faster than you can a 12-ounce beer....

There are many possible breast problems that breastfeeding mothers may face. Most breast issues are common and are not a cause for concern. But, some breast problems can be a sign of something more dangerous. It’s very important to understand and identify any issues that you run into with your breasts as soon as possible. By quickly taking care of breast problems when they arise, you can prevent them from developing into more complicated issues that can interfere with breastfeeding your baby and your future health....

When you’re breastfeeding your body needs more energy than it does when you’re not breastfeeding. You get that extra energy through the foods you eat. Calories are the energy in food. But, how many do you need? Here’s what you need to know about getting enough calories each day to stay healthy and make breast milk for your child. Calories Needed for Breastfeeding In general, if you are not pregnant or breastfeeding, you need between 1,800 and 2,000 calories each day....

Bulimia is an eating disorder that involves binge eating followed by methods to avoid weight gain.. It is also characterized by an intense obsession with body weight and appearance. To achieve or maintain a desired figure, people with bulimia will often experience uncontrolled eating, followed by extreme actions to counteract possible weight gain. This may be through vomiting, fasting, abusing laxatives, or following an excessive fitness regimen. Someone with bulimia may also become overly critical of body shape and weight....

Kids grow up in a world where screens are ubiquitous, so it’s understandable that parents, caregivers, and teachers would want definitive answers to the question of whether children can learn from their interactions with screen media, including TV and movies. However, the research findings have been mixed. Evidence suggests that children who are two years old and under can learn from TV and movies but only in extremely limited circumstances, making screens of minimal benefit....

Discovered by Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov, classical conditioning is a type of unconscious or automatic learning. This learning process creates a conditioned response through associations between an unconditioned stimulus and a neutral stimulus. Put another way, classical conditioning involves placing a neutral stimulus before a naturally occurring reflex. In Pavlov’s classic experiment with dogs, the neutral signal was the sound of a tone and the naturally occurring reflex was salivating in response to food....

Teraphobia (fear of monsters) is extremely common in pre-school-age children. It generally lessens during the early elementary years and is highly uncommon by the time a child reaches middle school. In teens and adults, the fear of monsters is a rare but potentially life-limiting phobia. Young Children Fears are a normal, healthy part of childhood development. They help children learn to make sense of the world around them and develop coping skills to last a lifetime....

Although there are many effective treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder, up to a third of people with OCD have what is called treatment-resistant OCD, which means they do not respond to standard treatments like medication and psychotherapy. If you or a loved one are dealing with treatment-resistant OCD, here are some options to consider, along with links to more information. Explore Reasons Your Medication May Not Be Working Although there are many FDA-approved medications available for the treatment of OCD, medications don’t seem to be effective for one-third of people’s OCD symptoms....

If you have borderline personality disorder, you have probably heard of both cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. Are these modes of treatment different or simply variations of each other? Let’s take a closer look at these types of behavioral therapies and how they are related. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a form of therapy that aims to restructure and change the way a person thinks and behaves....

Most breastfeeding Moms run into some sort of issue along the way, but this does not mean you should just throw in the towel. Lactation consultants can help you achieve your breastfeeding goals if you encounter problems. Sometimes temporary intervention is necessary, but this does not mean that your breastfeeding success will be threatened. Supplementary and complementary feedings can be done with specific equipment and devices. Alternative-Feeding Methods Try your best to feed your baby at the breast....

New Year’s is the perfect time to talk to your children about realistic goal-setting. Learning to work towards sustainable, positive changes is an essential life skill that benefits people of all ages, from preschoolers to adults. Unfortunately, many New Year’s resolutions are abandoned before the month of January is over. That’s usually because the initial groundwork of establishing support and accountability hasn’t been put in place. Here’s how you can set age-appropriate resolutions as a family for a healthier and happier year ahead....

A hair follicle drug test is used to screen for the abuse of prescription drugs, alcohol, or illegal substances such as cocaine. While blood or urine tests are typically more commonly used when testing for drugs, the hair follicle test has garnered some popularity in recent years. A large part of the allure of the hair follicle test is that drugs remain detectable in your hair follicles for up to 90 days, which is longer than in your urine, blood, or saliva....

Being a good sports parent is like being a good school parent. To make sure your kids get the most out of their participation, you need to participate too. Being involved, in a positive way, means you provide encouragement, support, and practical help. If possible, volunteer and back up the coach’s decisions and lessons, and help create an environment where your kid can succeed. Then you step back and let them do the hard work....

Learning how to check your cervix is easier than you think—and can be helpful if you’d like to monitor cervical changes that may indicate ovulation, early pregnancy, or labor. It may sound like something only taught to doctors and nurses, but there’s no reason a person can’t learn where their cervix is and how to notice changes in cervical position. Learn more about how to check your cervix during the menstrual cycle and for pregnancy....

Subscribe Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Every Friday on The Verywell Mind Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Amy Morin, LCSW, shares the “Friday Fix”—a short episode featuring a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern. Friday Fix: Episode 123 As your emotions go up, your ability to think clearly goes down. That’s why you might say or do things you later regret when you feel angry....