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  • How to Choose a Preschool for your Child

    By: Rachel Piper & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    November 26, 2018

    Choosing the preschool that will best fit your child and family needs is important. Take your time and visit a number of preschools before making a decision. Here are a few tips you should consider while making a decision.

  • Organizational Skills Treatment for Children

    By: Ben Flanagan & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    October 24, 2018

    Loose papers, late assignments and a messy room can be frustrating occurrences, but are common organizational slip-ups, that most people experience.

  • Finding ASD in the Girls who Camouflage

    By: Rachel Piper & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    October 24, 2018

    Some individuals on the autism spectrum are able to compensate and engage in behaviors that camouflages their autism

  • Optimal Outcome for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

    By: Nicole Mathes, M.A., Amy Nasamran, Ph.D., & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 24, 2018

    Categories: ASD

    Although Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is generally considered a lifelong disability, new research suggests that a small percentage of individuals with ASD may potentially lose the diagnosis over time. Researchers [...]

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy: A Guide for Families Struggling to Manage their Child’s Disruptive Behaviors

    By: Abbey Herringshaw, Karina G. Campos, Psy.D.& Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 24, 2018

    Parenting is not always easy, particularly when a child’s temperament negatively affects his ability to adapt to the demands of daily life.

  • Developmental Milestones

    By: Nicole Hamp, MD, Amy Nasamran, M.A & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 24, 2018

    Categories: Early Development

    You can learn a great deal about your child’s development by observing their behavior. Take a look at the developmental milestones in this post to see how your child is growing

  • Beware of Fringe Therapies for Autism

    By: Rachel Piper, Sabrina Reira, MPH, Amy Nasamran, Ph.D., & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 24, 2018

    Categories: ASD

    The world of treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be confusing for many parents and families of children with ASD. The wealth of available information and treatment approaches can [...]

  • Is Social Communication Disorder a Form of Autism?

    By: Sabrina Riera & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 24, 2018

    Categories: ASD

    The classification of mental health disorders is ever changing. In the most recent update to The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM-V) in 2015, the neurodevelopmental disorders [...]

  • OCD Does my Child Need Help?

    By: Emily Hanna, LLMSW & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Categories: Anxiety

    Lisa is a light-hearted and bright 9-year-old girl who is very talkative with friends and family. However, Lisa has recently turned inward and become overwhelmed by thoughts that feels are [...]

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment for Child and Adolescent Anxiety Disorders

    By: Emily Hanna, LLMSW & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Categories: Anxiety

    Sylvia is a 6-year-old whose parents sought help due to her persistent worrying. They noted that Sylvia has difficulty “letting go” of her worries related to school, peers, her parents’ [...]

  • Social Skills and Future Success

    By: Amy Nasamran, M.A. & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Many parents want to their children to get good grades. From an early age, kids are taught that getting good grades is the key to future success, like getting into [...]

  • Vaccines & Autism: Another Study Finds No Link

    By: Amy Nasamran, M.A. & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Categories: ASD, Early Development

    Another study has found no evidence of a link between the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine and an increased risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Currently, it is recommended [...]

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