Hydration tips for kids and teens who play sports Before practice or game day Get plenty of fluids in the days before your sports practice or activity. Make sure you’re…
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5 practical ways to help reduce stigma around mental illness
…are all continually learning. To learn more, check out CHOC’s mental health toolkit, which has a host of resources for children and teens, parents, healthcare providers, educators and more. Show…
How much protein does my child need?
…years 19g Children 9 to 13 years 34g Teens 14 to 18 years Boys 52g Teens 14 to 18 years Girls 46g *Infant protein needs are generally met through breastmilk…
Stress busters: Supportive relationships
…Steps for Serve and Return Kaiser Permanente Tips for Building Healthy Relationships Maintaining Healthy Relationships with Age Sesame for Families Teens and Social Media Use Video Resources for Parents –…
Does the COVID-19 vaccine cause infertility?
…Absolutely yes. Bigger picture, why do we need to vaccinate teens and kids if their risk of serious COVID-19 complications is low? Vaccinating children against COVID-19 is very important. We…
The COVID-19 vaccine and myocarditis
…with a cardiologist, infectious disease specialist and rheumatologist. Evaluations may also include an electrocardiogram and blood tests. Bigger picture, why do we need to vaccinate teens and kids if their…
Managing a child’s anxiety about returning to school in the pandemic
…stomachaches. Teens might show more complex emotions like feelings of depression, guilt or shame. They may also engage in risky behaviors, act out more, skip school or use substances. What…
COVID-19 vaccine offers life-saving hope to high-risk teen
…further, Logan’s siblings, parents and even his friends were ready. Featured Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine for children and teens from the pediatric experts at CHOC “I guess when…
Finding Mental Health Treatment
…need to pay upfront and seek reimbursement from your insurance company. Helpful Websites for Finding Mental Health Providers Helpful websites for finding mental health providers for children and teens include:…
Talking to children about race and racism: An age-by-age guide
…talk to preteens about race When children reach the age of 8 to 12 years, they are considered concrete thinkers. They can easily grasp concepts like right vs. wrong and…
Young adult cancer support makes all the difference: Lauren’s story
…adults with cancer. And, CHOC recognizes the need to support teens and young adults with mental health and other important life issues. When cancer interrupts such an important time…
Encouraging positive behavior in young children
…challenging behaviors to autonomy to emotional regulation — preparing them to grow into emotionally healthy kids, teens and adults. P.R.I.D.E skills for positive interactions with kids Parents can help young…
