By Treva Lind — 2018
While music is known for lifting moods, rising evidence shows profound responses when favorite tunes are played for dementia patients.
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Nicholas Pinter’s autism and bipolar disorder pose challenges for his parents. His father, Mike, right, learned mindfulness methods to help reduce his stress.
Families—especially those who communicate openly—may be strengthened by experiences associated with managing their child’s health condition or disability.
Children and adolescents with Crohn’s disease deserve particular attention, as they often develop more severe disease, and have more specialized needs, in comparison with adults.
How do you know when it’s time to take your autistic, bipolar twelve-year-old daughter to the psych ward?
When a child’s wellbeing depends on vigilant monitoring and consistent medical attention, the everyday anxiety and stress that all parents deal with is made worse by the fact that failing to keep up with treatment can be a matter of life and death.
Taking care of a chronically ill child is one of the most draining and difficult tasks a parent can face. Beyond handling physical challenges and medical needs, you’ll have to deal with your child’s emotional needs and the impact that a prolonged illness can have on the entire family.