My doctor said I have “atypical anorexia.” What does that mean? Recall from the previous question that a diagnosis of anorexia requires that a person’s symptoms meet a number of specific diagnostic criteria, as specified in the...
Read MoreThe following is a list of the more common screening tools that are used to evaluate children for autism. The screening tools are usually administered by pediatricians, psychologists, or neurologists. Checklist for Autism in...
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Read MoreWilliam was an athletic, vigorous man who developed lower back discomfort.He thought, quite naturally, that it was caused by muscle strain or arthritis affecting the back, so he took anti-inflammatory drugs to ease the symptoms....
Read MoreMy son was diagnosed as having epilepsy six months ago and was put on to an anti-epileptic drug. He has slowed down and become depressed. Could this be due to his medication? The diagnosis of epilepsy has major implications for...
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