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Is autism a genetic disorder?

I noticed that there are a few cases of autism in my family, between immediate and distant relatives. Could it be possible that autism is hereditary or, genetic? Does family...

What are the early signs of autism spectrum disorder?

My daughter is 3 years old, and she's severely behind on her milestones. She makes noises when she wants to speak but she hasn't said any words, and she doesn't like to play with...

What is autism spectrum disorder?

My daughter is always salivating and I don't know what to do. She's 7 years old now and I don't know where she can be able to go school.

What does it mean to have high-functioning autism?

My son was diagnosed on the autism spectrum, but his doctor described him as "high-functioning". I'm not really sure what this means. Can you explain it to me?

Can autism raise the risk of PTSD?

My son was recently diagnosed with autism, at 5 years old, and I'm just worried about the effect this will disease will have on his mental health in the future. He's at risk for...

When should I worry about my child not talking?

My son is 15 months old and still hasn't said a word. He's barely even making sounds. Both me and my husband try our best to talk to him, but it doesn't seem to be working....

Is autism a leaning disability?

I'm just wondering if autism is considered a learning disability? I know the condition does affect a child's ability to learn in some ways, but does this mean it's a disability?...

What medications help ADHD and mood disorders?

My son is 12 and has ADHD, along with a mood disorder. His doctors want him on medications as soon as possible, but I want to do a little research first. What's the safest way...

Can someone have more than one type of autism?

My son was diagnosed with a moderate form of autism, but now I think he has more than one type, like Asperger's, since he's very high-functioning with certain things. Is this...

Is dyslexia common in children with autism?

My daughter is low on the autism spectrum but I noticed that she has a few symptoms of dyslexia. She's 5 years old, and I noticed these symptoms while she was writing and reading...

What are the first signs of autism?

I think my son might have autism. He's 5 years old, and has difficulty understanding what other kids his age are learning. He also has a few speech issues. Could he have autism?...

What causes nervous tics in children?

My child keeps ticking his neck to the side repeatedly, and he can't control when it happens. What is wrong with him? This mainly happens when he's stressed out and anxious....

Can children have depression?

My 6-year-old daughter sometimes cries for attention, but I also have noticed that she doesn't play with kids her age at school. Could this be depression? What symptoms do children...

What are the most common cognitive issues in children?

My 4-year-old son has some sort of learning disorder. He's not learning as quickly as the other kids, and he has some difficulty speaking. I am taking him to see a doctor. What...

How should one raise a child with ADHD?

My friend's daughter has been diagnosed with ADHD, and I can tell that she's having trouble raising her. She always had though. What's the best way to raise a child with ADHD?...

Is the cause of ADHD known?

My son was diagnosed with ADHD, and his doctors offered very little on how it was caused. What causes ADHD in children? Will it go away when he's adult?

How do I know if my son has ADHD?

I noticed that my son is very hyperactive, but I think he's too young to be diagnosed with ADHD. He's only 7, so I feel like this hyperactivity has much more to do with his age....

Can medical cannabis be a treatment for epilepsy?

My son has epilepsy, and is currently being treated with Gabapentin. We want to try other treatments for him. I heard medical marijuana can treat epilepsy. Is this a safe option...

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