…parents about the behavior. A reminder for teens Remind your child to pause before they post. Teens ready to post something online should instead pause for five to 10 seconds…
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Post-holiday blues: Depression and returning from winter break
…in children, teens and adults. Signs of post-holiday blues in children and teens Post-holiday blues, as opposed to clinical depression, is usually not long-lasting and most people swing “back to…
A parent’s ultimate guide to periods
…periods with your child. Your teen’s or preteen’s common period questions: Answered Having the talk about periods can be uncomfortable for both you and your child; however, the important thing…
The effects of screen time on children: The latest research parents should know
…before. Teens now spend an average of eight hours a day on screens, two hours more than in 2015. Preteens (children aged 8 to 12 years) spend about 5 ½…
Puberty: An ultimate guide for parents
…to share with your preteens and teens Puberty conversation starters Use the following conversation starter ideas to talk to your kids about puberty: “I remember feeling awkward when I was…
Young Love: A Lesson for Parents
…it comes to learning about healthy relationships. Teens observe interactions between their parents, so it’s important to be mindful of the model that parents set for their teens. Young love,…
Supporting your child after the death of a pet
…on tasks or mood swings. Grieving children may be clingier than they were before, whereas teens may be more reserved in showing their emotions. Grieving children and teens may experience…
Kids and ADHD: What parents should know
…they ignore the problem, it may just go away. ADHD’s impact on a child’s functioning ADHD can affect multiple aspects of a child or teen’s life. Kids and teens…
7 stress relief techniques for kids
For parents, teens and children alike, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stress and anxiety in our fast-paced, busy and ever-changing world. Chances are, everyone has felt the symptoms of…
Does my child have a strain, sprain or break?
Signs, symptoms and treatment for muscle strains and sprains, and broken bones In many active kids and teens, common injuries include muscle strains, muscle sprains and broken bones caused by…
Kids Health eNewsletter Archive
…for kids and teens? A CHOC expert offers safety tips to prevent injuries. August 2022 Does it feel like your child always has a cold? I Meet Joy, former CHOC…
Stress busters: Sleep
…homework, sports, and social activities push bedtime later and later. Here are some sleep hygiene guidelines for teens. Teens need between 9 to 9.5 hours of sleep. Encourage your teen…
