Bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) is a common problem among kids, yet one that is rarely discussed. Often, children are so embarrassed about it that they don’t even want to discuss it with their primary care clinicians. Families feel frustrated when they
Misophonia is a condition in which patients become uncomfortable, anxious, or angry when they hear sounds like someone eating, chewing, or even breathing. Still other patients are triggered by the clicking of a pen. Misophonia is different from other types of
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … or is it? The holidays are typically filled with family and friends, traveling, good food, and fun. And these very things—while often wonderful—can also be potential landmines of decades-old interpersonal conflict,
It seems like we blinked, and summer was over—and school began. If you notice that your child seems to have more medical conditions during school, you aren’t imagining things. Many medical issues are frequently triggered by the stress of school,
Take a look at an important paper on how different areas of the brain are affected during the state of hypnosis. The study was published by my colleague, David Spiegel, MD, professor and associate chair of psychiatry and behavioral sciences,
This is the technological age, no question. Most four-year-olds can expertly manipulate any smart phone and can DVR with the best of them. While this technological savvy will no doubt serve them well as they advance through school and into
My younger daughter suffered from childhood migraines, describing the experience like “needles in my eye.” It was heartbreaking to watch her endure the unbearable pain of her chronic migraines. Her mother and I felt painfully inept to help her, sending
We were proud to participate in Los Gatos Teen Therapy’s blog series 31 Days To A Better Life With Your Teen, bringing together 31 teen and family experts including educators, therapists, doctors, and others. The blog series discusses behavior management and
Visualization has long been an essential training component for elite athletes. From golf legend Tiger Woods to U.S. Olympic Gold Medal Soccer Player Brandi Chastain, methodically envisioning each stroke or scenario was an essential tool in preparing to win –
