…with ADHD have GPAs that are 25% lower than non-ADHD children. 32.2% of students with the combined type of ADHD drop out of high school compared to 15% of teens…
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What does my child’s cough mean?
Causes and treatments for common coughs in kids and teens During cold and flu season, many families may have members coughing for days or weeks. With a wide range of…
Are vegetarian and vegan (plant-based) diets safe for kids?
…or vegan diet for many health- or culture-related reasons, so their younger kids may grow up with a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. Other kids and teens may decide to become…
Teaching kids about kindness
…kids and teens to be kind Model Although this may sound redundant, modeling kindness is the best way to help a child understand kindness. When they see you be kind,…
How to have hard conversations with your children
…phrase like “I can understand why you are feeling angry” during your conversation. For teens, be mindful of other news sources they have access to, such as social media. Teens…
How to help your teen practice good hygiene habits
Are good hygiene habits part of your teen’s routine? Check out these easy reminders to help keep your teen happy and healthy, and continue these habits into adulthood. Understanding the…
Be a Good Car Passenger
…says. Parents should talk to their teens about their behavior as passengers, and remind their teens that if they feel uncomfortable as a passenger, they should call their parents. Dr….
What parents need to know about AI chatbots, mental health, and suicide awareness
…at CHOC. When AI chatbots replace real conversations In a world where AI tools like ChatGPT are just a click away, many children and teens are forming quiet but powerful…
S.M.A.R.T.I.E.S. Class Helps Kids Manage Type 1 Diabetes
…and classes designed to enhance the quality of life for patients. S.M.A.R.T.I.E.S. (Smart Kids/Teens Managing and Regulating their Insulin, Exercise and Sugars), a special class that provides education to newly…
Preparing Your Child for an Active Shooter Scenario
…who should drop whatever they are doing and follow mom and dad. Perez encourages parents of teens to talk to them about ignoring any tendencies to explore loud noises or…
Keeping dancers healthy and injury-free
…more common? We learned about ACL injuries in soccer players and, you know, pre-teens. Is dance similar to that? Dr. Chris Koutures: I think you will see the majority of…
Talking politics with your kids: Advice for parents
…– this can be an overwhelming and stressful time for children and teens as well. Dr. Taylor offers the following tips for parents worried about how to talk to kids…