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Anxiety can significantly impact a child's academic performance by affecting their cognitive processes and emotional well-being. Heightened anxiety can impair executive functions like inhibition, shifting, and updating information, leading to difficulties in concentration, memory, and task completion. Children with anxiety may struggle with attention, thought processing efficiency, and working memory,...

In today's digital age, screens have become an integral part of our lives, offering a myriad of educational and entertainment opportunities. However, as toddlers and children increasingly find themselves immersed in the digital realm, concerns about the potential harmful effects of prolonged screen time have come to the forefront. Dr....

Understanding the Landscape of Pediatric Anxiety Childhood anxiety is a multifaceted issue that can manifest in various forms, such as separation anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, or specific phobias. Dr. Ahmad recognizes the importance of unraveling the unique threads of each child's anxiety, understanding that a one-size-fits-all approach is inadequate for...

The Risk: Children falling from beds is a frequent occurrence, especially in toddlers transitioning from cribs to beds or during playful moments. While most falls may seem harmless, they can lead to head injuries due to the height and impact involved. The fragility of a child's skull makes them more...

The nighttime symphony that accompanies sleep can sometimes be disrupted by a common yet often bothersome sound: snoring. For many, it's a harmless noise, but for others, it might indicate an underlying health issue or disrupt peaceful slumber. Let's delve into the intricacies of snoring, exploring its causes, potential risks,...

An adenovirus infection is a respiratory illness caused by a group of viruses called adenoviruses. These viruses are known to cause a wide range of illnesses, from the common cold to more severe respiratory and gastrointestinal infections. Adenoviruses are highly contagious and can spread through close personal contact, respiratory droplets,...

    Play with Playdough: Toddlers love to squish and shape playdough. Provide them with different colors and child-safe tools for endless creativity. Read Together: Reading books with colorful pictures and simple stories is a great way to stimulate their imagination and language development. Outdoor Play: Visit a nearby park...

As teenagers navigate the tumultuous journey from childhood to adulthood, their mental health becomes a critical aspect of their overall well-being.    Understanding Teen Mental Health: Teenage years are marked by significant physical, emotional, and cognitive changes. It’s a period of self-discovery and identity formation, which can be both exciting...

There are several types of tests that can be used to diagnose autism, including:1. Developmental Screening: A brief test that is used to assess a child's basic developmental milestones.2. Diagnostic Interview: A structured interview conducted with the individual and their caregiver to gather information about the individual's developmental history, behavior,...

If you’re pregnant, you’ve most likely had an ultrasound where you’ve been able to see your unborn baby and your doctor has been able to look for things concerning your baby’s health and development. A fetal echocardiogram is much like an ultrasound, except this procedure specifically takes a look at...

If your child is displaying symptoms of high blood pressure or other heart conditions such as a heart defect, it’s important to have them be evaluated and treated in order to prevent further complications. Thankfully, there are many effective treatments available when it comes to managing heart conditions and their...

management strategy for infant constipation: Increase fluid intake: Ensure that the infant is well-hydrated by offering frequent feeds if they are exclusively breastfed, or providing adequate amounts of formula if they are formula-fed. Encourage additional fluids such as water or diluted fruit juice if the infant has started solid foods....

Your heart typically makes a “lub-dub” sound. The “lub” sound is the sound of the valves that control blood going from the upper chambers to the lower chambers closing and the “dub” sound is the sound of your heart chambers that control blood going out of the heart closing.  When...

You’ve noticed that your child is sneezing and coughing and running a fever. It can be easy to worry about your child’s health and wonder if you should take them in for a sick visit. While sickness in kids is normal and the average child gets 12 colds and 7-8 infections...

Blood pressure is measured by how forcefully your blood pushes through your artery walls. High blood pressure affects how blood is carried from the heart to the organs and can cause damage to your brain, heart, and kidneys.  While high blood pressure – or hypertension – is usually associated with...

An echocardiogram (echo) is a test that uses ultrasound in order to examine how your heart and its valves are functioning. The images received from the test can show the size of your heart, fluid in the sac around your heart, any blood clots, problems with the aorta, or any...

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder found in children. While many kids can struggle with focusing or paying attention, children with ADHD can really struggle with controlling impulsive behaviors, being in their own world, and inattention. This condition can continue and worsen from childhood into adulthood. If your child has...

While chest pain is often associated with heart problems, that’s rarely the case when it comes to children. In fact, only 1-4% of chest pain cases in children have to do with their heart. However, if your child is complaining of chest pain, it could still be a sign of...

It’s common for kids to feel nervous or worried about different things at different stages in their lives. It’s a normal part of childhood and growing up since they experience so many things for the first time, and that can be scary. Kids can have many kinds of worries or...

Newborn babies cry more in their first three months of life than they do at any other stage. Adjusting to the environment outside the womb can be tough for brand new babies, and there can be lots of reasons for their crying or fussiness like hunger, gas, colic, or just...

Research shows that about 50 million Americans struggle with allergies. Allergies tend to start developing during infancy and continue through childhood. This can greatly affect your child’s everyday activities in life. But how do you know what kind of allergies to look out for in your kids? Nauman Ahmad, MD, FAAP and...

Children get sick a lot. Their immune systems are still developing, which makes them more susceptible to germs at day care and school, and the average child gets seven to eight infections a year. As a parent, keeping your child safe and healthy is your top priority, but it’s normal...

Down syndrome is the most common genetic disorder causing developmental disabilities. This extra full or partial copy of chromosome 21 resulted by the abnormal cell division is the leading cause of intellectual and developmental delay worldwide.

Abdominal pain is incredibly common in children, but it is difficult to make a timely diagnosis so the treatment can be initiated. There are various potential causes of abdominal pain in children, affecting multiple organ systems. Each Organ system requires a unique set of diagnostic tests.