Dr. Elle O'Brien, DNP, PMHNP-BC -

Omega-3 for ADHD: Supporting ADHD Focus in Chicago Families

The path to ADHD management takes many paths. Certainly, one of the primary paths is through medication. The gold standard […]

As a parent, you know your kid better than anyone. You see the creative sparks, the boundless energy, the good

Monday morning and the tension is high. Suddenly, she’s curled up into a ball on the floor. Clinging with every

As parents we have been taught (and maybe raised) with the belief that strong boundaries drive strong children. But for

Recent research suggests that pediatric telepsychiatry can be just as effective as traditional in-person treatment with far more secondary benefits.

It’s rarely an instant, light bulb moment. For most parents it can be a quiet turmoil, hoping that things will

While stimulant medications remain the gold standard for treatment of ADHD, alternative options for those interested in seeking them out

When your child is struggling with their mental health, every hour can feel like days. Every day, like weeks. In

Finding a Child Psychiatrist in Chicago Shouldn’t Feel Like Another Full-Time Job If you’re a parent in the Chicagoland area,

A Look at the 2025 CDC Report on Teen Screen Time Whether it’s for CPS homework, keeping up with sports