Information for parents on the most common development, learning, and mental health issues that are treated at the Center for Child Development and Mental Health at the Jewish General Hospital, Montreal.
List of Topics
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Oppositional Defiant Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Learning Disabilities
- Parenting (General)
- Substance Abuse and Addictions
- Tourette Syndrome
- List of Information Providers
- Disclaimer
ADHD
ADHD Overview
Douglas Mental HealthUniversity Institute, Montreal 
Attention Deficit Disorders: causes, symptoms and treatments
AboutKidsHealth - at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Resource Center
Authoritative collection of links to information about ADHD from the world’s leading non-profit information source for children’s health
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Facts for Families Series (USA) Facts for Families - Keyword (Alphabetical) Fact PDFs on over 100 topics on health behavior and mental health Children Who Can't Pay Attention/Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Overview of causes, symptoms, and treatments of ADHD in children
Coexisting Disorders
National Resource Center on ADHD – A Program of CHADD (USA) ADHD and Coexisting Disorders – What We Know series
Describes other disorders that children with ADHD may exhibit
ADHD Medication
AboutKidsHealth - at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto Medications for ADHD Includes a list of questions to ask your health care provider Stimulant Medications for ADHD Overview of types and effects of stimulants used to treat ADHD Drugs and Medication general – alphabetically
Mayo Clinic (USA) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children – Treatment and drugs Brief overview of ADHD treatments including medication, counseling and therapy in USA
Parenting the ADHD Child
Douglas Mental Health University Institute, Montreal Attention Deficit Disorders: everyday skills
Practical suggestions for helping children and adults with ADHD cope with everyday tasks and social situations
AboutKidsHealth - at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto ADHD and the Family Navigate also to information on Coping with ADHD as a family, Siblings and ADHD, Sharing responsibilities of ADHD, Parents Who Have ADHD Behaviour Management Therapies Strategies for managing children’s behavior for success: rules, routines, prompts and consequences Communication and Positive Attention
Complementary Treatments
AboutKidsHealth - at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto
Complementary and Alternative Therapies
Mayo Clinic (USA) Alternative medicine
National Resource Center on ADHD - A Program of CHADD (USA) Complementary and Other Interventions
ANXIETY
Anxiety Overview
Montreal Children’s Hospital Children and Anxiety
Describes both normal childhood anxieties and anxiety disorders, how parents can help, and when to seek professional help
Anxiety Disorders Association of Canada Childhood Anxiety Distinguishes between normal anxiety and anxiety disorders affecting children
Parenting the Anxious Child
HeretoHelp – from the BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information (BC) Helping Anxious Children
KidsHealth from The Nemours Foundation (USA) Childhood Stress Sources of stress, signs and symptoms and how to cope
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS
Autism Society of Canada What are Autism Spectrum Disorders? Overview of terms and definitions of Autism Spectrum Disorders Treatment and Education Overview
DEPRESSION
AboutKidsHealth - at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto Depression Information for parents about depression in children, including signs to watch for, risk factors, and when to seek help from a professional
DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR DISORDERS
Overview
Mental Health Canada
Children and Adolescents with Conduct Disorder
Conduct Disorders American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Facts for Families Series (USA)
EATING DISORDERS
Douglas Mental Health University Institute, Montreal
Eating Disorders: causes and symptoms
Eating Disorders: advice for the family
KidsHealth from The Nemours Foundation (USA)
Eating Disorders
Information for parents on eating disorders affecting children and adolescents. Includes types of eating disorders and how to recognize when your child has a problem
National Eating Disorder Association (USA) NEDA Parent Toolkit
Addresses common concerns that parents and family members of a person with an eating disorder may have, and offers suggestions on how to help
LEARNING DISABILITIES
Learning Disabilities Association of Canada
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry -Facts for Families (USA)
Overview of learning disabilities, including signs to watch for and treatments
Learning Disabilities at a Glance
Describes the symptoms, possible causes, and forms of help for children and adults with learning disabilities Understanding Learning Disabilities
For advanced readers seeking a more in-depth view of different types of learning disabilities, current policies, and recommended treatments
OPPOSITIONAL DEFIANT DISORDERS
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Facts for Families Series (USA) Children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Children's Mental Health Ontario Behaviour Problems in Children and Adolescents
Center of Knowledge on Healthy Child Development Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder
Mayo Clinic (USA) Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
PARENTING (GENERAL)
Canadian Paediatric Society -Caring for Kids When Your Child Misbehaves: Tips for Positive Discipline
Ideas for parents on how to deal with misbehavior, encourage positive behavior, and cope with temper tantrums
AboutKidsHealth - at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto Communication and Positive Attention
For parents of children with ADHD Anger Management
Discusses the importance of learning to express and manage anger in a healthy way, and gives advice for parents on helping their children deal with anger Bullying
Describes types and signs of bullying, and offers tips for parents on how to prevent and deal with bullying, whether their child is being bullied or bullying other children
KidsHealth from The Nemours Foundation (USA) Nine Steps to More Effective Parenting
Tips on discipline, modeling good behavior, creating a positive home atmosphere, and other aspects of parenting
Triple P – Positive Parenting Program Parenting Tips
Helpful suggestions for parents to cope with common issues, including Top 10 Tips
SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTIONS
AboutKidsHealth - at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto Substance Abuse
Information on substance abuse for parents, including substances that may be abused, signs, risk factors, prevention, and what to do if your child is abusing substances
KidsHealth from The Nemours Foundation (USA)
Talking to Your Child About Drugs
Suggestions about how to talk to your child about substance about at different ages and stages Substance Abuse
Information for parents about substance abuse in children. Includes signs that a child may be abusing substances, prevention, and when to seek professional help
TOURETTE SYNDROME
Association Québécoise du Syndrome de la Tourette Le syndrome en un clin d'oeil (French only)
Overview of causes, symptoms, and treatments of Tourette Syndrome
Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada What is Tourette Syndrome?
Brief explanation of Tourette Syndrome, including symptoms, types, treatments and therapies, and a brief history
List of Information Providers
AboutKidsHealth American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Anxiety Disorders Association of Canada Association Québécoise du Syndrome de la Tourette Autism Society of Canada Canadian Paediatric Society Center of Knowledge on Healthy Child Development Children's Mental Health Ontario Douglas Mental Health University Institute HeretoHelp KidsHealth Learning Disabilities Association of Canada Mayo Clinic Mental health Canada Montreal Children’s Hospital National Eating Disorder Association National Resource Center on ADHD Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada Triple P – Positive Parenting Program
Disclaimer
This information should not be considered as medical advice. It is not to be used in place of a visit with a doctor, nurse or other health care professional. If you have questions about your individual medical situation, please consult with your health care professional.