…minutes of a mindfulness meditation from the HeadSpace app on Saturday mornings. Patient X will practice going to sleep at 8:30 p.m. every night beginning this week. Talking to teens…
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CHOC Pee Palette
Common urine colors for babies, kids and teens Clear. When urine appears clear, it’s most often a result of drinking a lot of water. Babies will often have similar urine…
What to Expect at the CHOC Adolescent Medicine Clinic
…and treatments for sexually transmitted infections We specialize in helping teens with menstrual concerns, ranging from no periods to heavy periods, or even painful cramps. We can provide important counsel…
Stress Busters
GUIDE Stress Busters Kids and teens face stress every day — whether it’s school pressure, social challenges, or big life changes. As a parent, you play a key role in…
What is intuitive eating?
Can kids and teens practice intuitive eating? By Anna Lucas-Zimmer, RD, CHOC dietitian Intuitive eating is a non-diet approach to eating that encourages the development of healthy and positive relationship…
How to help build resilience skills in kids
There are many fun and interactive ways to introduce mindfulness to children and teens. Activities like deep breathing, blowing bubbles, and mindful movements like yoga help children focus their attention…
CHOC Teen Advisors Weigh in on New York Times Mental Health Article
…The CHOC Teen Advisory Council is made up of outstanding teens who are active in their community, committed to academic success, and support CHOC’s mission to nurture, advance and protect…
New Year’s Resolution Ideas from our Teen Advisers
…we know can be risky. For example, I know that many adults tend to set goals to lose a certain amount of weight. A healthier goal for teens could be…
The female athlete triad: What you need to know
…Disorders As teens continue to grow, this is a critical time for bone mass creation. Without enough energy for daily function and exercise, bone growth and strength (also known as…
What parents need to know about mood hygiene
…interfere with sleep, physical activity, and other behaviors essential to health. Social media Social media can help teens connect to peers and communities that are important to them, but too…
Music therapy in a mental health setting
…that allows for a diverse group of kids and teens to come together and express themselves in a supportive, safe and validating environment. Individual music therapy sessions are available to…
How to cultivate moments of mindfulness with your kids
…a few a minutes per day. For elementary school children start with three to ten minutes minutes twice daily. Teens and adults start with five minutes and then gradually go…
