Acid reflux is a common ailment related to the level of acid in your stomach. Many people think it is caused by having too much stomach acid, but the opposite is true!…
Everything You Need to Know About Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic esophagitis (e-o-sin-o-FILL-ik uh-sof-uh-JIE-tis) is a chronic immune system disease in which a type of white blood cell (eosinophil) builds up in the lining of the tube that connects your…
How to Help a Friend During a PTSD Episode
Nearly everyone can recall some bad memories that they would prefer to forget about. Part of being human is experiencing ups and downs, good times and bad. However, traumatic events…
Could My Child Have ADHD?
Did you know that ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders diagnosed in childhood? Over 6 million children in the United States have been diagnosed with this disorder,…
Testosterone’s Link to Depression
In recent years, researchers have focused on the effects of testosterone deficiency, especially among men. In fact, as men age, testosterone levels drop very gradually, about 1% to 2% each…
What is SAD?
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons — symptoms of SAD begin and end around roughly the same time every year. If…
Gastroparesis Holiday Travel Tips
Gastroparesis is a disorder that causes the stomach to empty too slowly, causing nausea, vomiting, pain bloating, fullness, and/or reflux. As there are currently very few effective treatments for the…
Promoting Family and School Success for Children with ADHD
Having a student with ADHD can be challenging in many ways. Paying attention to lesson plans may be difficult, staying on task during silent work may be a struggle, and…
The Connection Between Diabetes and Gastroparesis
While many people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes experience delayed gastric emptying — the rate at which food moves from the stomach to the intestine — a diagnosis…
It’s Mental Health Screening Awareness Month!
October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Awareness Month. Depression can affect anyone regardless of age or gender. There is no single cause; it can stem from a combination…
