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Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also called Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological disorder that affects how messages are sent from the brain to the legs. It causes an uncontrollable urge to move the legs, usually accompanied by feelings of discomfort. People with RLS often find it difficult to sleep and as a result, can experience fatigue during daily activities. While there is no cure for RLS, treatments such as medications and lifestyle changes can help manage symptoms....

Picture this: your child comes home from school, their face drawn, hands gripped together. As you walk back from the bus stop, you stop to ask what’s wrong. In a small voice they tell you: Someone made fun of them because one of their “friends” told the class they were gay. Alternatively, you might go to your child’s room to say goodnight, and find them crying in bed. A quick survey of their phone shows that they are a victim of cyberbullying by one of their peers, and the hurtful comments center around their sexuality....

The child support system is designed to provide children with the financial support they need to thrive. Yet the system is flawed and often assigns more penalties to parents than they, quite literally, can afford to pay. Overview The media pays a lot of attention to “deadbeat parents.” Yet not every parent who does not pay child support is withholding those court-ordered payments out of spite or neglect. Often, parents fail to pay child support because they cannot afford the premiums....

Children as young as 6 months old are now eligible to get the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccines through an emergency use authorization by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended that kids ages 6 months and older get immunized, and the President Biden administration has stressed that widespread vaccination in schools is crucial to end the pandemic. Key Takeaways California has a pending COVID vaccination mandate for students in grades K-12, but it is not an official mandate at this time....

At 35 weeks pregnant, the bulk of your baby’s development is already complete, but your little one more than puts these final weeks before birth to good use. Meanwhile, you’ll likely be doing your best to manage common discomforts and get some sleep before baby’s arrival. Your Baby’s Development at 35 Weeks At 35 weeks, a baby is over 12 1/2 inches (32 centimeters) from the top of their head to the bottom of their buttocks (known as the crown-rump length), and baby’s height is close to 18 inches (45....

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by difficulty with attention, executive functioning, hyperactivity, and difficulty with impulse control. People with ADHD are at higher risk than those who do not have ADHD for developing substance use disorders and addiction. In this article, we explore the connection between ADHD and addiction, how ADHD contributes to an individual’s risk for addiction, and how ADHD impacts treatment for substance use disorders....

Nipple confusion, also called nipple preference, sometimes occurs when breastfed babies are given artificial nipples (such as bottle nipples and pacifiers) soon after birth. Infants learn to suck differently on different types of nipples. The shape of a pacifier or bottle nipple is not the same as the shape of the nipple on a breast. The flow of milk from a bottle nipple is also different. Signs of Nipple Confusion When a baby gets used to the difference in sucking pattern and flow with a bottle or pacifier, they might get confused and start having difficulty sucking at the breast....

Many breastfeeding moms believe that placing cold cabbage leaves on the breasts is helpful for reducing the pain and breast inflammation that may occur during breastfeeding. Breast engorgement, an overabundant supply of breast milk, or weaning a baby from breastfeeding can cause discomfort. Researchers believe that cabbage leaves can help. How to Use Cabbage Leaves on Breasts Researchers have found the cabbage leaf has properties that can reduce pain and swelling....

Clomid is an ovulatory stimulating drug used to help people who have problems with ovulation. It is the most commonly used fertility drug. Because Clomid can be prescribed by a gynecologist and doesn’t require a fertility specialist, it’s usually the very first fertility treatment tried for most couples. Clomid is taken as a pill. This is unlike stronger fertility drugs, which require injection. Clomid may also be marketed under the name Serophene, or you may see it sold under its generic name, clomiphene citrate....

What Is Emphysema? Emphysema affects the alveoli, or air sacs, in the lungs. These air sacs are normally stretchy, which enables them to fill up with air every time we breathe. You can think of them as millions of tiny balloons in your lungs that inflate and deflate with each breath you take. Emphysema Emphysema is a chronic lung condition that affects over 3 million people in the United States. It is often caused by long-term smoking....

Ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic that was developed in the early 1960s, is primarily used for human and veterinary anesthesia. But in recent years, scientists have explored the possibility of using ketamine to treat mental illness, in particular treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Key Takeaways Ketamine is sometimes prescribed off-label to treat depression in a clinical setting.Recently, researchers have been exploring whether the drug could be used safely at-home for treatment-resistant depression.The results of the largest real-world study of ketamine outcomes was recently published, and the FDA has approved one form of ketamine for clinical trials in the US....

2020 was a year like no other. The coronavirus pandemic seemed to come out of nowhere, and all of our children’s routines and realities were suddenly turned upside down. Socializing and extracurricular activities were cancelled, and kids’ connections to their friends and extended families came to a standstill. Even as the world began to reopen, children’s lives were far from normal for a while. Masks and frequent quarantine closures were required even after schools and daycares reopened....

You’ve been through puberty, and now it’s your tween’s turn to make the transition from child to teenager. It’s going to be quite the ride, for both of you. While you have the perspective to know that puberty will eventually end, your tween is living it now and he or she may not realize that the challenges are just temporary. That being said, you can help your child through puberty, and it doesn’t take more than a little time, patience and empathy....

The practice of “shaping” is a great way to teach kids about new behaviors. Shaping is a step-by-step process based on psychology. It involves teaching a child a new skill one small step at a time. Each step is reinforced before a new step is taught. Eventually, children are able to master more complicated tasks. Telling your preschooler to clean their room isn’t likely to be successful if they’ve never cleaned their room before....

Methadone is a medication that treats chronic pain and the symptoms of opioid withdrawal. It is a commonly used drug in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) of opioid addiction. When used correctly, methadone allows people to quit heroin and prescription pain killers without going into withdrawal. It is a synthetic opioid that works like other common opioids, which means that it is addictive. When used correctly at a “maintenance dose,” methadone prevents withdrawal symptoms without making you high or sedated....

A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that Black, Hispanic, and Native American children represent the majority of COVID deaths in the United States within that demographic. Key Takeaways Most of the kids under 18 who have died from COVID-19 have been Black, Hispanic, or Native American.This grim statistic highlights racial disparities in the U.S. healthcare system.33% of juvenile COVID deaths occurred outside of a hospital setting, likely due to an inability to afford proper health care....

Good nutrition can lead to a healthier and more comfortable pregnancy. It can give you more energy, reduce your risk of pregnancy complications such as anemia, morning sickness, and constipation, and make you feel better in general. Proper nutrition is also excellent for your growing baby. It provides all the important nutrients your developing child needs. It lessens the risk for congenital abnormalities and improves the chances that your baby will be born at a healthy birth weight....

People have been celebrating the harvest of a summer crop while looking forward to the long winter season for centuries. It’s also a fun alternative to the spookier Halloween parties. Thinking of planning a harvest party? The fall season is a perfect time to celebrate and teenagers and older kids will have great fun with all of the autumn-themed games and activities you can plan. Pick a Location The location of a harvest party is an important part of its success....

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a form of major depressive disorder that occurs following pregnancy. Childbirth is a very physically stressful experience, and caring for a newborn while recovering from birth is difficult. Additionally, hormonal changes can lead to mood issues and instability. According to the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), approximately 3% to 6% of people experience a depressive episode following childbirth. About 13% to 20% of women in the United States are estimated to experience postpartum depression....

If you’re looking for an equally cool and strong name for your baby boy, you can’t go wrong with Silas. A well-known Greek and Latin name, Silas means “wood” or “forest.” Sylvanus was the Roman god of the countryside and his name was originally bestowed on people who lived in wooded areas or who worked with wood. In the New Testament, St. Silas was a leading member of the early Christian community who accompanied Paul on his second missionary journey....