Author: Rahul Bansal

  • The Modern ADHD Puzzle: Are We Overdiagnosing, or Has Childhood Really Changed?

    Emerging Topics The Modern ADHD Puzzle: Are We Overdiagnosing, or Has Childhood Really Changed? November 12, 2026 | Rahul Bansal, MD Why More Kids Are Being Diagnosed — And What Parents Should Know in 2025 ADHD diagnoses have climbed sharply over the last two decades. Today, more than 1 in 10 U.S. children carry an…

  • Mental Health Apps for Kids: Helpful or Harmful? What Parents Need to Know in 2025

    Emerging Topics Social Anxiety vs. Autism vs. Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder: How to Tell the Difference in Children November 12, 2026 | Rahul Bansal, MD Digital mental health apps for kids and teens have exploded in popularity. Breathing apps, meditation apps, journaling tools, mood trackers, CBT-based tools, ADHD focus apps, and even AI emotional support…

  • Screens, Stress, and Sleep: A Parent’s Guide to Healthy Tech Use for Kids and Teens

    Parenting & Support Screens, Stress, and Sleep: A Parent’s Guide to Healthy Tech Use for Kids and Teens November 12, 2026 | Rahul Bansal, MD Screens are now a part of nearly every child’s daily life. Phones, tablets, computers, and gaming devices can be fun, educational, and even helpful—but too much or poorly timed screen…

  • Why MindWeal’s Comprehensive ADHD Evaluation is the best first step

    Conditions, diagnoses & symptoms Why MindWeal’s Comprehensive ADHD Evaluation is the best first step if your child is struggling with learning November 12, 2026 | Rahul Bansal, MD When a child struggles with learning, many families wonder whether they need a full neuropsychological evaluation. While neuropsychological testing can be helpful in specific situations, it is…

  • Social Anxiety vs. Autism vs. Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder

    Conditions, diagnoses & symptoms Social Anxiety vs. Autism vs. Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder: How to Tell the Difference in Children November 12, 2026 | Rahul Bansal, MD Many children struggle socially — but the reason can be completely different from one child to the next. Some children avoid social situations because they are afraid of…

  • How to Support a Child With Anxiety

    Parenting & Support How to Support a Child With Anxiety:7 Daily Habits That Actually Work November 12, 2026 | Rahul Bansal, MD When a child struggles with anxiety, everyday life can feel overwhelming—for them and for you. The good news is that many small, simple habits can make a big difference. These habits help children…