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An observed characteristic of gifted children is their need for less sleep than other children. While this might make them more efficient, it should also be noted that many gifted children may also have difficulty getting to sleep. Why a Child May Have Trouble Falling Asleep Not Tired: Yes, it could be that simple. Since some gifted children don’t need as much sleep as other children, they may just not be tired when their parents put them to bed and want them to go to sleep....

Most pregnant women will have at least one ultrasound scan during her pregnancy. Typically speaking, the OB/GYN will order one around the middle of the second trimester, usually between weeks 16 to 20, to check the baby’s measurements and screen for any problems. While modern ultrasound technology is relatively reliable, a scan that shows the all-clear sign doesn’t necessarily mean that everything is okay. Similarly, a scan that raises a red flag could very well be a false alarm....

State-funded Medicaid programs provide crucial support and services for low-income Americans in need of healthcare and, in recent years, have proved incredibly effective in helping those with opioid addiction. Still, gaps in accessibility remain. Key Takeaways Medicaid patients who received medication treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) rose from 47.8% in 2014 to 57.1% in 2018. Black Medicaid patients were significantly less likely than their White counterparts to be treated with medication for OUD and less likely to have had continuity of care with treatment....

Once upon a time (not so long ago!) going back to school was stressful enough. Now remember, this was a time before mask mandates and remote learning were hot topics. Simply getting organized, dealing with new-class nerves, and starting different routines put pressure on families. In autumn of 2021, millions of families will experience these same feelings while also making critical decisions that will affect their health, safety, and mental wellbeing....

Have you ever wanted to turn off for a little while and simply be? In such a busy world, it’s easy to crave moments of tranquility away from the bustle of life and constant bombardment of notifications. Well, this Saturday, March 26, offers a perfect excuse to go for it, an event known as Earth Hour. The idea is simple: On the last Saturday in March, people are invited to turn off their lights from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm and do anything they want—whether it be a dance party, a game with loved ones, or sit and stargaze....

Follow Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Every Monday on The Verywell Mind Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews experts, authors, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life. Meet Brian Pilecki Brian Pilecki is a psychologist based in Portland, Oregon. He specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, trauma, and PTSD. He also treats depression, issues related to general life dissatisfaction, grief and loss, sleep difficulties, and identity issues....

When your baby latches on to your breast properly, the top of his nose may be touching your breast, but he should still be able to breathe. If your baby’s nose does get blocked while he’s nursing, he will open his mouth and let go of your breast so that he can breathe through his mouth. However, it’s understandable that the thought of your baby not being able to breathe, even though he can, while he’s nursing can be stressful....

By age 18, many teens are feeling a combination of excitement and fear about the future. They tend to be very focused on their friends, social lives, and future. There are a lot of decisions to be made about life after graduation, including potential careers, college plans, or military service paths. Many 18-year-olds invest a lot of time into thinking about what type of life they want once they’re on their own, but they also may just be enjoying the present....

One of the most overlooked aspects of mental health is nutrition. Food plays a significant role in our physical health, as well as our mental and emotional health. Depression-fighting foods can help you feel better and combat symptoms of depression. When you are struggling with depression, it can feel a bit overwhelming to think about eating the right foods. However, some of these small changes in your diet may help decrease your symptoms and positively affect your daily life....

About a quarter of high school students in the United States reported using electronic nicotine products in 2019 and nearly 12% use them daily, but half of those teens who vape would like to quit, according to a new report that was published in August in JAMA Pediatrics. Key Takeaways About 25% of U.S. high school students vape regularly, and nearly 12% are daily users, a recent survey finds.Half of those who vape would like to quit, but cessation programs are not widely available or offer evidence-based approaches, researchers added....

You may have heard, or assumed, that relationships are good for your health, longevity, and life expectancy. In general, that’s true—except when a relationship is bad. Anyone who’s been through a tough divorce, dealt with difficult parents or children, or had a backstabbing friend knows that not all relationships are good for your health. If a person in our lives creates stress and problems, that has an impact on well-being too....

Morphine is in a class of medications known as opiate (narcotic) analgesics. It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. It is prescribed to relieve moderate to severe pain, especially for around-the-clock relief of pain that cannot be controlled by other pain medications. Morphine is a Schedule II controlled substance, which means that it has accepted medical uses and a high risk for people developing unhealthy use patterns....

Teens are influenced every day by their peers. In fact, every time your tween or teen spends time with their peers, they are being influenced. Even though they may not realize it, just by spending time together they are learning from one another. Sometimes peer influences can be positive like encouraging each other to try new things or step out of their comfort zone in a positive way. But peer pressure also can be negative, especially when it relates to drugs, alcohol use, and even bullying....

For some couples, the pandemic facilitated an opportunity to spend more time together at home. The added responsibility of helping children deal with school being taught online and the constraints of living in small, city apartments created complications for sure. Yet the shared time brought many couples even closer together. For others in romantic relationships, work during the pandemic forced more time apart from their partners. Essential workers, for example, clocked long days and nights at hospitals and grocery stores during the pandemic....

It is a given that children and teens cannot learn in a violent environment, like at a school where they are being harassed and bullied. It is up to school administrators, educators and parents to work together to ensure that this is not the case. According to the HRSA (Health Resources & Services Administration), many schools have taken their responsibility to stop bullying very seriously and have put in place an anti-bullying system of rules and consequences....

Tutoring services are a great way to supplement your child’s education and help them succeed academically. But because many private tutors and corporate tutoring companies can get expensive, parents often assume that tutoring is not an option for their family. However, finding affordable—and sometimes even free—tutoring is easier than you might imagine. In fact, some school districts even provide free tutoring options. This is especially important if your child is struggling in school or has learning disabilities....

Subscribe Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Every Monday on The Verywell Mind Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life. Meet Mariel Buqué Mariel Buqué is a Columbia University-trained psychologist and sound bath meditation healer. She specializes in helping people heal wounds that stem from intergenerational trauma....

It’s natural to want to be respected. After all, humans are social animals and we want to be valued by our fellow tribe members. So, it’s only natural that criticism can sting and cause emotional pain. In fact, scientists in one recent study looked closely at responses to both approving and disapproving videos involving social evaluation. Researchers analyzed the activity of 37 participants while they watched videos in which people expressed positive, negative, and neutral statements that tapped into basic emotions....

Learning how to reduce avoidance in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be an important part of PTSD treatment. Avoidance can be a central symptom of PTSD. Avoidance often occurs as a result of someone trying to limit contact with triggers for anxiety, fear, or memories and thoughts about a traumatic event. This is understandable as these emotions and thoughts can be incredibly distressing. However, not all situations, people, or places can be avoided....

Almost all of us participate in emotional spending from time to time. We have a bad day and want to ease the pain by buying a new gadget or item of clothing. Maybe someone we admire has an expensive handbag or new phone, and we feel the urge to purchase one just like it. Here’s what to know about emotional spending, and how to stop doing it if it’s become an unhealthy habit for you....