By Nina Nosavan and Rosie Korman, pediatric residents at CHOC Children’s Vaccines are not just important for little ones. Your preteens and teens need to be vaccinated too! It’s important…
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How to support siblings following a cancer diagnosis
…caregivers to help their children and teens while their sibling undergoes cancer treatment: Talk with them Engage children and teens in honest and open conversations about their sibling’s diagnosis and…
Meet our Teen Advisory Council
Say hello to our inaugural class of teen advisers. The CHOC Children’s Teen Advisory Council is made up of outstanding teens who are active in their community, committed to academic…
How to protect your mental health in the digital age
Ten tips for teens and caregivers when social media contains upsetting or graphic news, images and videos By Dr. Sheila Modir, pediatric psychologist at CHOC In today’s world, social media…
Mononucleosis (mono) myths debunked
Myths and facts about mononucleosis (mono) Have you ever heard of mononucleosis, or mono, called “the kissing disease?” There’s some confusion and misinformation about exactly how kids and teens get…
Making the case for sending kids to summer camp
Choosing the right summer camp for kids and summer camp for teens can be a big decision for parents. A pediatric psychologist weighs in to discuss the social and developmental…
How to prepare your teen to manage their own medical care
…and ability to be responsible for their medical needs. For some, this transition can be difficult. Many teens are used to their parents’ help making appointments, asking questions and knowing…
Social media and friendship: Navigating peer relationships during COVID-19
Social media safety tips for children and teens With the rise of popularity of social media over the past few years, children and teens are connecting with their peers in…
The COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 12: What parents should know
…years. Pfizer’s clinical trials showed that after the two-dose vaccine, kids ages 5-11 years generated a robust immune response that matched what was previously observed in adolescents, teens, and adults….
