Sheppard Pratt in the News
FDA approves first drug exclusively intended for female postpartum depression
Psychopharmacologist and director of clinical research programs, Dr. Scott Aaronson, weighs in on brexanolone, the first drug exclusively approved for the treatment of postpartum depression by the FDA.
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Viewpoint: Why investing in employee mental health is good business
In the NewsPublished:Dr. Thomas Franklin, medical director of The Retreat at Sheppard Pratt, discusses why it is imperative that companies invest in the mental health of their employees.
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The truth about eating disorders
In the NewsPublished:Dr. Harry Brandt, co-director of The Center for Eating Disorders at Sheppard Pratt, discusses the risk factors and warnings signs of eating disorders.
The Latest from the Blog
Fostering Independence is What Occupational Therapy is All About
April is national Occupational Therapy month; a word that describes OT in a nutshell is INDEPENDENCE. Occupational therapists (OTs) are professionals who help individuals reach for or return to independence following an illness, injury, or disability.
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Focus on OT Fieldwork: How to Hone Your Craft
CarePublished:An occupational therapy student reflects on his fieldwork experience at The Forbush School at Prince George's County.
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What’s in a Name? The Complexity of Developing Handwriting Skills and How Occupational Therapists Can Help
CarePublished:One of the many roles occupational therapists may perform with children attending Sheppard Pratt schools is to assist students in developing and improving their handwriting skills.
Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness Month. Learn all about autism spectrum disorder from our experts.
Autism Awareness Month: Accepting Autism
April is Autism Awareness Month; yet, many folks are unsure of what autism exactly is. Diagnostically, autism looks like this: Deficits in social communication…
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Tips for Reducing Stress in Children with Autism
Caregivers & SupportsPublished:Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) behave in much the same way as children without ASD when it comes to stressful situations. One key difference is that…
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5 Common Questions About Autism
Caregivers & SupportsPublished:After working in the field for over a decade, I have had the wonderful privilege to meet hundreds of individuals and families living with autism. I have received…
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