Medications for OCD: What They Do (and What They Don’t)

When it comes to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), medication is often a critical part of the treatment plan—but not because it “cures” the condition. Rather, medications play a supporting role: they make it easier for patients to engage in the kind of therapy that does the heavy lifting.  Why Medications Matter…

Tart Cherry Chia Pudding

Searching for a divine dessert? Check out this nutritious tart and cherry chia pudding by Nutrition Stripped! Creamy coconut milk harmoniously blends with tart cherry juice and chia seeds for a combination that will pull on anyone’s heartstrings. As a bonus, this recipe meets most food preferences–vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free,…

What Every Parent Should Know About PANDAS Syndrome

Nope, we’re not talking about cookware and cute black and white bears. PANS and PANDAS syndrome has gotten more attention in recent years. For children with PANDAS parents say it’s like a switch was flipped. All of the sudden their child becomes consumed by anxiety, OCD, tics and compulsions.  This…