Understanding Neurobiology in Youth: A Window into the Growing Mind
As children grow, their bodies change in remarkable ways, and their brains are no exception. This blog focuses on that neurobiology.
As children grow, their bodies change in remarkable ways, and their brains are no exception. This blog focuses on that neurobiology.
For many young people today, anxiety is becoming a daily hurdle that affects their confidence, relationships and ability to learn.
For young students with ADD or ADHD, school and home can sometimes feel like a maze of distractions and frustration.
As autism awareness grows, so does our increased understanding of the diverse needs of students on the spectrum.
Dr. Peter Halas discusses the importance of diagnosing ADHD in children, and the outcomes that are possible if it is left untreated.
We all have trillions of neurons, and each of those has thousands of connections to other neurons called synapses.
Dr. Peter Halas prefers to take a proactive approach with ADD patients through a concept known as the “Bell Shaped Curve.”
In the latest installment of our Thoughts Series, Dr. Halas summarizes an excellent article about adolescents with ADHD.
20% of athletes in contact sports will sustain a concussion in any given year, amounting to 1.6 to 3 million sports concussions annually.
Dr. Halas reflects on an early patient encounter that encouraged him through his career to help young people with Attention Deficit Disorder.