Healthy relationships play a vital role in our well-being, whether it’s nurturing a romantic partnership, strengthening parent-child bonds or building self-love. They can help reduce stress, boost self-esteem, and...
Like many other neurological conditions, Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a condition that often has genetic roots. Research suggests that Tourette Syndrome can be hereditary in many cases, although having a family...
Adolescence brings unique challenges, especially for gender diverse youth and their families. Embracing and affirming your child’s gender identity is vital to nurturing their mental and emotional well-being. When...
As a parent, noticing your child making unusual movements or sounds can be confusing and even concerning. Tourette Syndrome, a neurological condition characterized by motor and vocal tics, is often misunderstood...
If you’re currently less active than you’d like to be, starting an exercise routine might feel overwhelming. However, with the right approach, exercising can be both achievable and enjoyable, no matter your...
Noticing that your child is making sudden, repetitive movements or sounds can be concerning, leaving you wondering what’s happening and why. These are tics that can occur in the form of repetitive eye blinking...
Huntington’s disease is a rare, inherited neurological disorder that progressively impacts the brain and can affect every aspect of a person’s life. While there is no cure for Huntington’s disease, early...
Hear from six Stony Brook Medicine experts discussing common concerns related to mental and physical health during the holiday season. From protecting children from injury and illness, to improving sleep, reducing...
Sleep is an essential biological process that’s a reversible state of reduced responsiveness and motor activity. Sleep supports our overall health in many ways. Among the various stages of sleep, deep sleep and...
Defining sexuality and gender identity is a significant experience, particularly for members of the LGBTQ* community. In recent years, the traditional term “Coming Out” has shifted towards “Inviting...