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Blog Post » From Paresis to PANDAS and PANS
The idea that mental disorders could be due to infection is not new, but remains surprisingly difficult to accept. Just as what was once called “general paresis” ultimately was shown to be caused by syphilis and curable with antibiotics, some cases of sudden onset pediatric obsessive compulsive disorder are traceable to strep and respond to immune-based treatments. A proposed broader syndrome would include those with similar symptom but no clear link to strep.
Blog Post » Autism Prevalence: More Affected or More Detected?
Autism is always surprising. What was once considered a rare disorder is now reported as affecting 1 in 88 children, 1 in 54 boys. Do these new numbers, up 78 percent from 2002 and 23 percent from 2006, reflect a growing problem—an epidemic—or an improvement in our ability to diagnose and serve those affected?
Science News » Agent Reduces Autism-like Behaviors in Mice
Autism-like behaviors in mice have been reduced, using an experimental agent being tested in patients for a related disorder.

Riverwoods Mission Statement

To improve the quality of life for persons who experience significant and persistant behavioral health issues or chronic homelessness by providing and coordinating a comprehensive menu of community based services that focus on recovery and personal growth.

Riverwood's Vision - Established by The Riverwood Board of Directors:

We will be the agency that sets the benchmark for performance standards.
We will grow and expand our services without compromising our quality.
We will be the employer of choice in the field.
We will identify real community needs and provide services to meet them appropriate to our vision.

Licensed by: The Department of Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals

Group Homes and Mobile Treatment Team are accredited by CARF