Advice & Support

What to look for, and how to minimize them, from appetite loss to sleep issues to the "rebound" effect

Autism advocates embrace the film about a boy apparently on the spectrum, slam critics for finding him annoying

Partying turns fatal when kids don't know the signs of alcohol poisoning, or are afraid to alert authorities. Make sure your kids know when to call for help.

Advocates are divided over the new Fox show with a young hero who seems to be on the spectrum, but with superpowers

Why the attack on stimulant medications (and the charge that bad parenting causes ADHD) is misleading

Kids grow and change over time and so does ADHD. When kids get older it can be a good idea to reevaluate medication—and give teens a little more control.

The community is enraged, and some experts say many will be "pushed off" the autism spectrum by DSM-5. Why is this happening?

Kids with anxiety are often misdiagnosed, and put on meds that may even make the anxiety worse. Antidepressants are the evidence-based choice, says Dr. John T. Walkup.

Steven Kurtz, PhD, ABPP, demonstrates how to set up successful play experiences at home, at school, and in the community.

How bouncing and spinning in sensory gyms helps kids who get too much (or too little) stimulation from their senses.