Blog | Dr. Priti Kothari | Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist Boca Raton FL
The Dolphin Way of Parenting
We have discussed the elephant and of course the tiger mom way of parenting. But we have not discussed the dolphin way. Dr Shimi Kang, a Harvard trained child psychiatrist …
Different Types of Parenting: Elephant Mom
As we discuss and debate various styles of parenting a new one popped up that caught my interest. “Elephant mom”; i had certainly heard of helicopter and tiger and hippy …
Amy Chua and the “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” – A Blog on Questions for Pediatric Patients
Many people are familiar with the best seller by Amy Chua that speaks of a Yale Professor mother and her firm parenting that pushes her children to be successful academically …
Flow and Parenting: Preschool ADHD
In her recent book Parenting: All Joy and No Fun, Jennifer Senior begins her discussion on challenges with parenting on the concept of “flow”. Her book is excellent, she is …
Support Services Beneficial to the Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
About one in 68 children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by impaired social and communication skills and behaviors. While autism has …
The Benefits of Fish Oils for Mental Health
Fish oil is definitely a buzz word in the healthcare community. You might have heard the term from your doctor, your cardiologist, your OB/GYN, … and now your psychiatrist? More …
October is ADHD Awareness Month
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a brain-based disorder that poses a significant public health issue as it can affect people of all ages and from all socioeconomic backgrounds. Each October, health …
Ten Ways to Destress in South Florida
When life has got you stressed out, you don’t have to reach for alcohol, food, or tobacco to help relieve the mounting tension. Dr. Kothari’s staff have compiled a list …
Improving ADD and ADHD Through Nutrition
Nutritional deficiencies affect millions of people living with obesity in the United States. Inadequate nutrition in children and adults can not only affect physical health, it can also jeopardize mental …
Significant Reductions in Binge Eating Occur After Weight Loss Surgery
Binge Eating Disorder is the most common eating disorder in the United States and is prevalent in up to 30% of those seeking weight loss treatment. Its prevalence in the …

Patient Forms
Videos
Location




























