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Q&A: What is the first thing a parent should do when her child is diagnosed with ADHD?

December 12, 2018/in ADHD, Diseases and Conditions, Emotions and Behavior, Infants, Learning and School, Learning Disabilities, Neurological, Q&A Forum, Right Feature, School Aged, Teens, Toddlers /by Children's National

Dr. Lisa Efron answers a reader’s question about what to do when your child is diagnosed with ADHD.

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Preparing your child with autism for a medical visit

October 12, 2018/in Autism, Check-ups, Diseases and Conditions, Doctor’s Visits, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Infants, Neurological, Parenting, Procedures, Right Feature, School Aged, Stress and Anxiety, Teens, Toddlers /by Children's National

Our Autism Behavioral Communications support team shares some tips to ensure your child has a positive experience.

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Seizure first aid and safety

October 8, 2018/in Diseases and Conditions, First Aid, Infants, Injury and First Aid, Neurological, Right Feature, School Aged, Sleep, Teens, Toddlers /by Children's National

A few simple actions can make a huge difference in someone experiencing a seizure.

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Q&A: What are the symptoms of a brain bleed?

June 22, 2018/in Common Injuries, Diseases and Conditions, Emergency Department, Infants, Injury and First Aid, Neurological, Q&A Forum, Right Feature, School Aged, Teens, Toddlers /by Children's National

Typical brain bleed symptoms include acute onset headache, seizures, nausea, vomiting and mental status changes.

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What you need to know about seizures in children

February 21, 2018/in Diseases and Conditions, Heart, Infants, Neurological, Right Feature, School Aged, Teens, Toddlers /by Children's National

Answers to some frequently asked questions about seizures in children.