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INFOGRAPHIC TEXT: CAN MARIJUANA USE DURING PREGNANCY HARM A BABY? In the U.S., 4% of pregnant women report using cannabis in the last month. During pregnancy, up to 30% of THC (marijuana’s ... Read More

Drug-induced psychosis is a common and usually temporary mental health symptom. Psychosis is a disconnection from reality that may cause false beliefs called delusions, or false sensory ... Read More

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a behavioral issue most often diagnosed in childhood. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) lists it in the category of ... Read More

Couvade syndrome is a condition in which men with pregnant partners begin to experience symptoms of pregnancy. The causes of Couvade syndrome aren’t fully understood, though several theories ... Read More

Infographic Text: What Is the Age Limit for Adoptive Parents in America? The answer depends on where you live. Only 16 states list specific minimum age requirements for adoption. These ... Read More

Infographic Text: Can Antidepressants Stop Working? Yes. Some people do develop a tolerance to antidepressants, seeing less and less results from a drug that previously helped. This process ... Read More

Migraine headaches are one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide. Depending on the study, chronic migraines affect around 1 in 10 people, with twice as many sufferers being female. Migraine ... Read More

Lying is developmentally normal for children of all ages, even when a child lies frequently. Lying allows children to test the boundaries between fantasy and reality, to protect themselves ... Read More

Self-stimulatory behavior, better known as stimming, is a type of sensation-seeking that can ease feelings of anxiety, frustration, and boredom. Some people find stimming pleasurable and ... Read More

Infographic Text: How Long Does Withdrawal Last? The length of a withdrawal period depends on the drug and the individual. Light green represents the minimum withdrawal time. Dark green ... Read More

Dissociation can be described as feeling disconnected from the self, the world, or reality. Someone experiencing dissociation may not remember what happens during the episode. They might ... Read More

Your client has been to their primary care provider (PCP) and hesitantly described being tired, sometimes forgetful, and increasingly short-tempered. They may have difficulty functioning ... Read More