Dr. Marissa recognizes June Child Awareness month with Dr. Rita Eichenstein

In an educational and inspirational interview, Dr. Rita, a pediatric neuropsychologist on staff at Cedars-Sinai medical center, shares helpful information for parents and families of atypical children, who don't really have special needs, but have a gift like all of us in an imperfect world. The author of this encouraging book, "Not What I Expected: Help and hope for parents of atypical children" recommends that listeners use the free resources offered in your community by becoming part of a network????¦ You don't have to do it alone, and that feelings of anger and depression are normal and transcendable. Dr. Marissa puts the moose on the table about the perception that kids are over prescribed and overdiagnosed with drugs and Dr. Rita gives her balanced answer... And for that reason and many more Dr. Rita receives Dr. Marissa's Beneficial Presence on the Planet Award for her positive contributions to families and children????¦"not every child is gifted, but every child has a gift" episode sponsored by Alice's Quiet Mind Bookstore www.AgapeLive.com