“A mood disorder is a mental health class that health professionals use to broadly describe all types of depression and bipolar disorders. Children, teens, and adults can have mood disorders. However, children and teens don’t always have the same symptoms as adults. It’s harder to diagnose mood disorders in children because they aren’t always able […]

Fears in childhood and adolescence are a part of normal development. Anxiety is a normal response to sudden, threatening changes facing a child. These changes may include real danger or perceived loss of control or self-esteem. The symptoms of anxiety vary from individual to individual, and most studies show that symptoms of anxiety in children […]

Children with anxiety may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms: Restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge Avoidance or withdrawal Irritability Difficulty attending school or separating from parents Excessive worry about future and past events Physical symptoms such as headaches or stomachaches The Quality Behavioral Health Program is designed to diagnose and […]

The positive effects of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for child anxiety have been well documented. The way we think about a current or future event or situation can change the way we feel and influence what we do. Mom returning late from a trip to the supermarket can generate negative, fearful thoughts (she’s probably had […]

At Quality Behavioral Health, a Comprehensive and Integrated Model for the Assessment and Treatment of ADHD: Assessment Psychological testing is available and overseen by a Clinical Psychologist using ADHD symptom assessments and rating scales. Although there is no single test to evaluate symptoms of ADHD, trained clinicians at QBH will administer the NICHQ Vanderbilt Scales […]

Many adults with ADHD were originally diagnosed as children, and nearly 50% of these children continue to have ADHD in adulthood. ADHD can affect adults at school or work, at home, and in social situations. With the help of experienced health care providers the symptoms can be effectively treated and managed. The more you understand […]

Many children have times when they when the fail to pay attention or when they are hyperactive or impulsive. However, if the symptoms are more severe or frequent than seen in other children he or she may have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. If you are a parent of a child with ADHD you are not alone. ADHD […]

Frequently Asked Questions About Depression. QBH provides this resource for informational purposes only. This information is not a replacement for seeking professional medical advice. To view any the source information please go to Policy & Procedures. What is depression? Depression is an illness that affects the body, mood, and thoughts. About twice as many women […]

Frequently Asked Questions About ADHD QBH provides this resource for informational purposes only. This information is not a replacement for seeking professional medical advice. To view any the source information please go to Policy & Procedures   What is ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD is a neurobehavioral disorder that affects children, adolescents, and […]

Glossary of mental health terms which provides definitions to a wide range of mental health topics including mental health conditions and treatment related terms. QBH provides this resource for informational purposes only. This information is not a replacement for seeking professional medical advice. To view any the source information please go to Policy & Procedures A-D […]