Making Chains
Our visit with the pediatric psychiatrist went… somewhere, I guess. He listened to our concerns, TJ’s uneventful medical history, the episodes of choking, his fear of food and aversion to […]
Tag Archives: neophobia
Oh Pumpkin, My Pumpkin
‘Tis the season for pumpkins. For years, I overlooked pumpkin as anything more than a spooky Hallowe’en doorstep decoration until I realized the nutritional benefits of eating it. Pumpkin puree […]
Meet Thy Monster
It’s not official, not yet. It is, however, very exciting and encouraging news. Since it was proposed in 2010, the American Psychiatric Association has considered adding {selective / fussy / […]
Boldly Going… Boldly
If you’re a geek like me, you’ve probably seen an episode or two of Star Trek. A 24th century sickbay is a haven of effective treatments and cures for unheard […]
Untying the Knots
When I was a youngster in kindergarten, I was known for my tenacious predisposition within my family, particularly when it came to shoelaces. I saw it as a challenge. I […]
Mealtime Hostage 