What is avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder? Common symptoms and causes of ARFID by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC | Feb 27, 2023 | Disorders, Eating Disorders, Mental Health Topics Children are often picky with their food choices, but sometimes, those eating habits can go beyond pickiness and start affecting a child’s physical health. If a child’s eating patterns become increasingly restrictive and they begin to have symptoms like a lack of energy, failing to hit growth milestones, and refusing…
Three types of memory important to learning: working, short-term, and long-term memory by Alannah Miller | Jan 24, 2022 | Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement, Work & Careers Memory can make learning difficult, but the good news is that you can work to improve your memory. There are three main types of memory: working memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Working memory and short-term memory allow you to store and use temporary information, while long-term holds your lifelong…
Extreme picky eaters can have an actual diagnosis: Understanding avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder by Madison Bambini | Oct 1, 2020 | Disorders, Eating Disorders, Mental Health Topics When you think of picky eaters, what comes to mind? Maybe a toddler who only ever wants chicken nuggets. Or perhaps a young child who refuses to eat vegetables. But what about children who only eat three types of foods and gag at the idea of trying something new? When…