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Going through everyday life can feel like a minefield when you have a child with a peanut allergy. Does that birthday cake have peanut butter frosting? Are there traces of peanut in that granola bar? Did you remember to ask the restaurant server if there are peanuts in the brownie your kid ordered for dessert? Key Takeaways A new study has found that oral immunotherapy can reduce the risk of a severe reaction from accidentally eating peanuts among 98% of children with a peanut allergy....

Late preterm infants are babies born between 34 and 37 weeks gestation. Late preterm infants don’t necessarily appear premature—they often look like smaller versions of full-term babies. For a long time, late preterm babies were treated like full-term babies. However, research has increasingly shown that these infants are not the same as full-term infants and that they have a unique set of needs and challenges. Babies born close to term are considered preemies....

Perception refers to our sensory experience of the world. It is through this experience that we gain information about the environment around us. Perception relies on the cognitive functions we use to process information, such as utilizing memory to recognize the face of a friend or detect a familiar scent. Through the perception process, we are able to both identify and respond to environmental stimuli. Perception includes the five senses; touch, sight, sound, smell, and taste....

What Is Phasmophobia? Phasmophobia, or the fear of ghosts, can be complicated to diagnose. Many people experience a certain thrill of anxiety when telling ghost stories or watching movies that feature ghosts and other supernatural entities. Most are able to control this fear and some even enjoy the feeling that it creates. For some people, however, this fear is overwhelming and life-limiting, thereby meeting the traditional definition of a phobia. Some experts feel that a phobia of ghosts may be symptomatic of a more serious thought disorder, as it may constitute a form of magical thinking....

Any new parent knows this struggle all too well: You’ve fallen asleep, only to be awoken by the sound of your baby crying over the monitor. Completely exhausted, you’ve probably tried nearly everything from bouncing and rocking to swaying, singing, and swaddling. Key Takeaways A new study out of Japan suggests the best way to soothe a crying baby back to sleep is by walking with the child for five minutes....

Follow 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 194 Many listeners and readers have reached out to me to ask how to know when they’re growing mentally stronger. It’s a good question because mental strength isn’t easily measured like physical strength....

Tested & Approved The ODODOS Women’s High Waisted Yoga Leggings with Pockets ranked among the highest of our test group for their exceptionally soft, stretchy, and sculpting fabric with superior hold. For runners or anyone searching for leggings with some serious storage, we highly recommend the FlipBelt Women’s Mid-Weight Leggings with Pockets. The stretchy performance fabric is soft to the touch—just like we like it—with a suede-like, slightly brushed finish....

Whether you enjoy leisurely strolls or high-intensity runs, a solid motion control shoe makes all the difference if you suffer from overpronation or plantar fasciitis. Motion control shoes are stiffer than typical shoes and supportive to limit movement and keep your feet in a more neutral position. Motion control shoes tend to be slightly heavier and firmer than your usual gym sneaker, but they’ll provide the tailored support you need, reduce the risk of injury, and help you feel more comfortable....

When psychology first emerged as a science separate from biology and philosophy, the debate over how to describe and explain the human mind and behavior began. The different schools of psychology represent the major theories within psychology. The first school of thought, structuralism, was advocated by the founder of the first psychology lab, Wilhelm Wundt. Almost immediately, other theories began to emerge and vie for dominance in psychology. This article discusses some of the major schools of thought that have influenced our knowledge and understanding of psychology....

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 Daniel Pink Daniel Pink is a New York Times bestselling author whose books have sold millions of copies around the world. His fascinating titles about business and behavior include books such as “When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing” and “Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us....

After two years of uncertainty, premature declarations, and fastidious monitoring of local COVID case counts, corporate America is finally working its way back into the office. That includes us—the editors of Verywell Mind. For many, this will be a welcome reprieve from working at home with whatever set-up could be pieced together in a room with at least some natural light. For others, it may be a disruption to a new and preferred way of working that’s free of long commutes, expensive lunches, and hard pants....

If you’re getting ready to introduce a new baby into your family and already have a toddler, you may be wondering how your little one will handle the transition. Every family is different and every toddler will handle welcoming a new sibling differently, but to ensure that everyone is as prepared as they can be, here are some tips for transitioning into a family with both a toddler and a baby....

Women face an additional challenge when treating their ADHD. Hormones! The natural fluctuations of hormones, both monthly and through the different phases of life, can increase ADHD symptoms. However, when you understand what is happening and why, you feel empowered and in a stronger position to seek the best treatment for your ADHD. ADHD, Estrogen, and the Brain Estrogen is one of the main hormones that is responsible for regulating the female reproductive system....

I often field questions like these from parents who started feeding their babies with purees and are cautious about starting finger foods for baby: Don’t they have to have teeth?Shouldn’t we wait until after one year?What if they don’t get enough calories? The truth is your baby is most likely going to be ready for finger foods well before his first birthday (talk to your pediatrician for more precise timing). In fact, a growing number of parents are using baby-led weaning or a combination or this and purees when feeding their kids....

Abstract thinking is the ability to process ideas that involve complex visual or language-based ideas that are not easily associated with concrete ideas. Abstract ideas are often invisible, complex and subjective, as compared with concrete ideas that are usually visible and objective. For example, justice is an abstract concept, while a police officer is a concrete idea. Abstract thinking skills are important in the study of subjects such as applied math, sciences, and social studies....

Some expectant parents say that they aren’t taking hospital visitors. Others say that the grandparents won’t be allowed to visit their newborn grandchild for the first few weeks or even months. Many grandparents are confused and hurt by these decisions. Why would parents do this to grandparents? Grandparents must understand that these decisions aren’t something that parents are doing to the grandparents. It’s something that they are doing for the newborn and for themselves....

If you’ve been waiting until you feel that your social anxiety is under control to stretch yourself outside your comfort zone, you may never get to that place. In the meantime, why not “fake it until you make it” by doing little things that can help you feel more in control of your social anxiety, instead of it controlling you? Steps to Take Control of Your Social Anxiety If you feel as though you have no power in your life (as many with social anxiety do), doing little things that make you feel more in control may be of help....

Are the twos really that terrible? The toddler stage can be a trying one for parents, but also fun and rewarding—your child is continuing to develop emotionally, cognitively, and socially, making them curious and eager to explore, and, at times, prone to testing boundaries. The toddler stage is named for the term “toddling,” the way children move when they first learn to walk. It is also commonly referred to as the “terrible twos....

What Does Anna Mean? Are you seeking a traditionally feminine name that is consistently popular in the English-speaking world and beyond? Anna might be the name you are looking for. The name Anna comes to us from the Hebrew word חַנָּה (Ḥannāh or ‎Chanah), meaning “grace” or “favor.” The ancient Romans also used Anna as a name meaning “the year’s cycle.” How Popular Is the Name Anna? Anna has consistently ranked among the top 100 baby names for girls in America since 1972, peaking at No....

These days, raising babies and young children means being inundated with technology. This can be a good thing—from high-tech baby monitors to educational apps, there are many benefits to be gained from technology. But sometimes it can feel that there is too much technology available and that perhaps some of it may be harmful to our little ones. Take headphones, for example. Headphones have their place, for sure, and they can be very helpful when your child is listening to an audiobook, their favorite piece of music, or plugging into some white noise to block out loud noises in their environment....