…teens to get together in person Remember that parents control access to social media For teens, his advice includes pausing before posting. “When you’re ready to post something, pause for…
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How parents can help teens with serious or chronic medical conditions manage their health care
In health care matters, parents of teens must strike a delicate balance, especially when teens are old enough to make their own decisions….
Anxiety in kids and teens
…depression in teens and young adults with chronic health conditions, particularly those with Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Dr. Gray provides outpatient therapy at CHOC’s Co-Occurring Clinic and leads all…
What You Need to Know About Pectus Excavatum Surgery: Teens Explain
Teens who have undergone the Nuss procedure to correct pectus excavatum or sunken chest offer advice and encouragement to other teens….
Age-by-age sleep tips for kids and teens
…to wake up and feel refreshed. On top of that, homework, sports, and social activities push bedtime later and later. Here are some sleep hygiene guidelines for teens. Teens need…
Protein powders and teens: Are they safe? Are they necessary?
…more health and wellness resources from the pediatric experts at CHOC, sign up for the Kids Health newsletter. Find a CHOC Primary Care Pediatrician From babies to teens, pediatricians from…
Signs of eating disorders in children and teens
…of biological, sociocultural and psychological factors can lead the to development of disordered eating patterns. Unfortunately, some teens and children may develop eating disorders that can harm their health, emotions…
Tips to handle teens’ bad attitudes
A poor attitude is a hallmark of teenagers, a CHOC pediatric psychologist tells CHOC Radio. Dr. Mery Taylor recently stopped by Seacrest Studios to talk about why teens often have…
Suicide prevention conversation starters for parents of kids and teens
…views suicide? What do you think happens after someone dies? How does your/our religion view suicide? Older kids and teens might also ask you about your thoughts regarding suicide. If…
