Thursday, April 2, is World Autism Awareness Day, designated by the United Nations to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusion of autistic individuals in every part of the world. Originally designated in 2007, this year’s Awareness Day theme is “ Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value ,” chosen to highlight and affirm the dignity and worth of all autistic people. Autism Spectrum Disorder is defined in the mental health field as a neurological condition characterized by deficits in...

A lot of children are anxious these days. In fact, anxiety is the most common mental health diagnosis in the United States for children...

Understanding child behavior is key to reducing tantrums and power struggles. Learn how to respond with connection instead of punishment.