Bullying: No Laughing Matter
There was a recent story in the local media, a young teenager girl from West Branch, Michigan, was tricked into believing that she was voted homecoming queen. Sadly, this was a prank designed to humiliate her in front of her…Read More
Properly Diagnosing Patients with ADHD Symptoms
Accurately diagnosing patients with ADHD is one of the most important things we do on a daily basis at the Rochester Center. Approximately 40% of our patients have ADHD alone. The majority of patients have other conditions…Read More
Down Syndrome, A Family Perspective
We received a call 16 months ago that forever changed our lives. We were asked to adopt a baby boy with down syndrome - Noah.Read More
October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and along with a diagnosis of breast cancer comes some very strong psychological reactions. These affect the patient as well as family members. The initial reaction…Read More
Spice, a Dangerous Drug
The proliferation of the synthetic hallucinogens continues. Although there has been recent legislation and initiative to limit availability of synthetic drugs, they continue to be seen in southeastern Michigan. There…Read More
Mental Health Disorders Across the Lifespan
The Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry recently published a survey of 10,000 adolescents. The study found nearly one in five children meet criteria for a psychiatric disorder. Many times these disorders persist…Read More
The Benefits of Clinical Research Participation
Did you know that the Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine is an active clinical research site? Which begs the question…just what IS clinical research? Many potential participants may write it off due…Read More
ADHD and Summertime
For many families, and certainly many students, the summer represents a time of relaxation and recharging your batteries. Indeed it should be. Still, summer is a perfect opportunity to work with your doctor to improve your…Read More
