What Causes an Eating Disorder?
There are a number of factors that can cause an eating disorder like anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, but one factor seems to be genetic. A study from Maudsley Hospital in London and at the Uni...
Articles by Kristie L. Kaufman, MD
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Searching For Causes & Cures For Autism Spectrum Disorders
QOngoing studies continue looking into the causes of autism spectrum disorders. These disorders generally become evident within a child's first three years of life and range from mild to severe dev...
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Autism Spectrum Disorders Delay Children's Development
A 3-year-old child who is not talking. A 4-year-old child who always plays alone. A 2-year-old child who is constantly rocking back and forth. These could be signs of an autism spectrum disorder. A...
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Antibiotics Are Not Always The Answer For Ailing Children
Has your sick child ever not been treated with an antibiotic after visiting the doctor? Hopefully, this is the case. Antibiotics can treat a variety of infections, however, these medications may no...