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Allergic rhinitis causes allergy symptoms in children, which include itchy eyes, sneezing, and a clear, runny nose. This condition, which is also called hay fever, happens when the body’s immune system reacts to something in the environment. Being able to distinguish between allergy and cold symptoms in kids can help you provide effective treatment for your child. Allergy treatments are readily available as more and more allergy medications are available over the counter without a prescription....

Perhaps one of the most troublesome symptoms of anorexia nervosa and other restrictive eating disorders–especially for family members and treatment professionals—is the patient’s belief that he or she is not ill. The common consequence of not believing one is ill is that he or she does not want to get well. Indeed, a patient’s lack of concern for the problem has long been a defining feature of anorexia nervosa. As far back as 1873, Ernest-Charles Lasègue, a French doctor who was one of the first to describe anorexia nervosa, wrote: “‘I do not suffer and must then be well,’ is the monotonous formula....

COVID-19 is spread when an infected person breathes out tiny particles containing the virus. If these droplets come in contact with another person, they may also become infected. Key Takeaways Infected babies and toddlers are more likely to spread COVID-19 within their household than teens.However, teens are more likely to bring the virus into the home than their younger siblings.Experts attribute the increased likelihood of younger children spreading the virus to the closer contact they have with their family members, opposed to teens spend more time in their rooms or with friends outside the home....

Co-parenting during a pandemic has presented a different set of challenges for separated couples. Creating new custody arrangements isn’t as simplistic as it once was, and co-parents with solidified arrangements may find it difficult to implement their former schedules logistically. Children, specifically, have been dealt a stressful hand during the pandemic. Their routines have changed significantly, yet, unlike adults, they may not comprehend the full picture. Structure and routine are essential for children, and schedule changes can bring about anxiety and negative behavior....

Depression is sneaky, until it’s not. I can zero in on the exact day that I admitted to myself I was depressed—I was at a friend’s apartment, writing out our Christmas cards together. It was a picture-perfect day on the outside. The photo I posted on Instagram that day was perfect: my cute NYC card seen through a sparkling glass of champagne. Care and Trigger Warning This article contains content about depression and suicide....

As one of the biggest social networks in the world, Instagram—owned by Facebook—is popular with young people. In fall 2020, the photo-sharing app ranked as the third most popular social network among teenagers in the United States. Key Takeaways A new report claims that Instagram is harmful to teenage girls.It’s based on leaked internal Facebook studies looking at the impact of Instagram on its youngest users.Facebook has been criticized for knowing about these findings, but doing nothing about them....

Identical twins are exactly alike—or are they? After all, they’re always the same sex, they look exactly alike, they often dress the same (or at least their parents dress them the same when they’re little), and they tend to share certain mannerisms and other features. A frequently asked question about identical twins is, “Do they have the same DNA?” Read on to learn the answer, and why it matters. How Identical Twins Are Formed The medical name for identical twins is monozygotic twins....

Enrolling your child in a bilingual preschool can help build or strengthen your child’s knowledge of a second language and ensure they won’t lose it. There are numerous factors to consider when choosing a preschool for your child. Of course, there are the basics, like size, location, and cost. But if you’re looking for something a bit more specific, such as a bilingual program, you may not know where to start....

Knowing how to introduce someone in business and social settings is an important social skill that you should not overlook. Why are introductions important? They help you get to know people and put others at ease. Fortunately, knowing how to introduce people gets easier with practice. Below are some simple steps for making introductions. Determine Who Should Be Introduced to Whom The name of the older or higher-ranking person should be said first....

ADHD is a form of neurodivergence that can sometimes make reading more difficult. For both children and adults with ADHD, staying focused while reading can be difficult. It can also be challenging to comprehend and retain the information that was read. Reading tasks may feel like they take forever, especially if you are finding that you have to read and re-read (and re-read again) to process the information accurately. Problems with reading can be frustrating and may lead people to worry that they will fail in school or struggle in the workplace....

Losing sight of your child—no matter how brief it is—can induce heart-pounding panic and fear. Yet, as frightening as it is for you, imagine how terrifying it could potentially be for your child. For this reason, it is important that you equip your child with the skills they need if they become lost or separated from you. We explore what your child needs to know should they ever get lost as well as what they should do in the moment....

The social skills that are important for third grade relate not only to friendships and peer pressure but also to the more in-depth learning encounters your child will have this year. Third graders begin to look at learning as a mix of independent work, guided learning experiences and working together as a group. Having the social skills to navigate all these experiences make the process a lot easier. Logical Thinking Skills In third grade, children begin to think in a more organized and logical fashion....

As news has spread of an inflammatory condition affecting children, possibly linked to COVID-19, many parents have become worried. The condition, named “Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome Potentially Associated with COVID-19” by the New York State Department of Health, has affected at least 73 children as of May 8, 2020, and may be linked to other cases across the country as well as in the United Kingdom and Europe. Key Takeaways...

Art has long been known to affect our psyche. Now, a new study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that even brief viewing of art online can improve moods through cognitive-emotional experiences. Key Takeaways When participants engaged with online art exhibitions for less than 5 minutes, it improved their moods, feelings of loneliness, wellbeing, etc.These changes were associated with aesthetic appraisals and cognitive-emotional experiences of the art exhibition.These findings hold promise for how online art can be utilized to improve mental health among the public, who may not regularly access art in person....

Having an increased focus on religion or religious activities is a possible symptom of mania and hypomania in bipolar disorder. This heightened focus isn’t necessarily unique to bipolar disorder, however, as it is also associated with schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and other psychotic disorders. This increased religiosity may take many forms—some more subtle than others and not all are indicative of psychosis. Here are some examples (using hypothetical patients):...

If you have recently gotten out of a relationship with someone who exhibited narcissistic behavior, it can be hard to know how exactly to move forward in your healing process. To get some help, Verywell Mind spoke with Dr. Mike Dow, PsyD, PhD, a psychotherapist with extensive experience in helping people who have experienced emotional abuse in relationships. “One of the biggest misconceptions is that all narcissists exhibit a very easy-to-spot grandiosity,” explains Dow....

Swelling in pregnancy can be very normal. You will really see this both as your pregnancy progresses and during the summer months. While you probably have assumed that your feet would swell, you may not expect that your hands will swell potentially as well. This can cause your fingers to swell to the point where wearing your rings is dangerous. If you can prevent your rings from getting stuck, do so....

Blisters are small fluid-filled sacs that usually form under the outer layer of skin in response to an injury. Most blisters are filled with clear fluid but may be filled with blood (blood blisters) or pus if they become infected. Blisters can appear anywhere on the body, including your hands, feet, and even your breast. Blisters on the breast can develop for many reasons. Some blisters are from breastfeeding, while others have nothing to do with breastfeeding at all....

When you hear the term psychotherapist, you might immediately think of a psychologist. However, there are actually a number of different people who are able to provide psychotherapy services to clients suffering from mental illness and psychological distress. While each of these professions deals first-hand with the practice of psychotherapy, they often utilize different techniques and approaches. Each profession also has its own unique educational and training requirements. Professionals who provide psychotherapy and other mental health services often hold a number of different titles, credentials, or licenses....

What Is a Karmic Cycle? A karmic cycle is a repetitious pattern of events, emotions, or realizations that occur in your life. It appears in your life as an opportunity to break negative cycles and subsequently reap great wisdom. A karmic cycle isn’t a medical term and has minimal research backing. For students of yoga, astrology, Buddhism, Indian spirituality, or New Age spirituality practices, the term karmic cycle may feel somewhat familiar....