Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes OCD in children happens when unreasonable, uncontrollable thoughts and fears develop into obsessions and repetitive behaviors. Oftentimes, a child or teen resorts to compulsions in the hopes it minimizes their distress and anxiety.

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 12 minutesFeeling like your child’s behavior or emotions have taken over the whole house? You’re not the only parent who feels stretched thin and unsure where to even start.A S

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Does your child show signs of stress, worry, lack of self-confidence, fear, or other symptoms of anxiety? Well, your child isn’t alone. Research indicates that 8.3 percent of teens aged 13-18 have an Anxiety Disorder classifying as severe impairment range with the average onset age listed six-years-old. In the U.S., Anxiety Disorders are the most common mental illness, affecting 40 million adults age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year. There are science-backed methods that are also safe and natural ways to address anxiety. Tools such as supplements for anxiety, neurofeedback, biofeedback,, meditation and breath work can reduce and even eliminate symptoms such as physical symptoms, sleep problems, worry, focus problems, irritability, etc. A calm brain is the key to restoring one's thinking, attention, and mood.

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Tapping therapy differs from traditional therapies for emotional and physical problems such as psychotherapy, and behavior therapy by helping one to make the mind-body connection.

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

People often assume that energy medicine therapies are hard to quantify, but some can be measured and proven scientifically. PEMF, biofeedback and neurofeedback are quantifiable scientific therapies backed by brainwave training research. These are still viewed as unconventional, however, because instead of depending on chemistry, brainwave training is a therapy that focuses on energy or physics to heal.

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Holistic remedies are often viewed as “woo” or “make believe.” In reality holistic remedies, referred to as “complementary alternative medicine” (CAMs) in the medical field, are supported by research which suggests they are effective. Understanding the value of holistic remedies and how to use them can help people with chronic conditions ranging from multiple sclerosis to ADHD.

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Holistic remedies are often viewed as “woo” or “make believe.” In reality holistic remedies, referred to as “complementary alternative medicine” (CAMs) in the medical field, are supported by research which suggests they are effective. Understanding the value of holistic remedies and how to use them can help people with chronic conditions ranging from multiple sclerosis to ADHD.

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Children react differently to stressors than adults and therefore process information differently. Mindfulness practice can improve executive functioning in children, especially those with ADHD. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge offers information and advice about this helpful tool of parenting.