Is it 'Just a Phase'?: How to Tell Common Childhood Phases from More Serious Problems

When your daughter sprains her ankle playing softball, you know when and where to get help. But what about bed-wetting, or trouble in school? For trickier problems like these, Is It "Just a Phase"? has all the answers.
Uniquely combining the expertise of a pediatrician with that of a child and adolescent psychiatrist, this crucial guide gives practical advice for distinguishing between causes for concern and mere developmental phases. Topics include thumb sucking, separation problems, shyness, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), school avoidance, misbehavior, eating disorders, and much more. With thorough, accessible explanations, diagnostic sections, and checklists, Is It "Just a Phase"? shares the latest physical and psychiatric research and helps parents make confident, informed decisions for the well-being of their child.