The term “joy ride” does not apply when it’s pouring and the wind is gusting. The best strategy for driving in bad weather is to avoid it. But if going…
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Tips for kids and teens with eating disorders
Eating disorders are complex and can feel overwhelming or defeating. While asking for help is key to recovery, there are also a few key pieces of advice you can follow…
Backpack safety tips for kids and teens
Backpacks come in all sizes, colors, fabrics, and shapes and help kids express their own personal sense of style. And when used properly, they’re incredibly handy. But backpacks can strain…
How to help your teen develop a positive self-image
…era where teens spend most of their time on their phones, computers and watching television. By modeling positive, affirming language and encouraging your children and teens to view social media…
No need to panic! How to help your child during a panic attack
By Dr. Sarah Ruiz, pediatric psychologist at CHOC Panic attacks are strong feelings of anxiety that come out of the blue without an obvious trigger. Kids and teens may feel…
Teenage acne prevention and treatment: An ultimate guide
Acne tips for teens Normal teenage acne affects 80 percent of teens – along with many adults. Acne is so common that it’s considered a normal part of growing from…
Being there for a child or teen with depression
…Dr. Shirin Mostofi, pediatric psychologist, provided helpful strategies for parents to check in with their kids and teens. “Adults can provide important emotional support for the kids and teens in…
Teen advisers offer tips on avoiding peer pressure to vape
The dramatic rise in vaping among teens is alarming to pediatricians and parents alike. It’s common for teens’ first exposure to vaping to come as an effect of peer pressure,…
Misusing prescription stimulants: What parents should know
…among college students. Pressure to perform tempts teens to turn to stimulants Teens and young adults who misuse stimulants often do so to increase concentration, energy and confidence, says Katie….
My Child is Almost a Teenager. What Should I Expect?
…level of maturity and judgment for certain teens. This is not always a bad thing, as teens will experiment in their own way to learn about the world. They typically…
What parents should know about fentanyl
…teens. The greater accessibility to purchase illegal drugs online and through social media combined with the increasing presence of fentanyl in street drugs has led to more children and teens…
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare
…moderate in symptom severity. Outpatient therapy can be provided weekly, bi-weekly or monthly depending on the child/teen’s need. Group therapy Here, the child or teen meets with other children/teens that…
