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Dr. Alexandra Roche

Signs of eating disorders in children and teens

February 17, 2022

girl measures waist while looking in the mirror

CHOC experts point out signs that a child or teen is struggling with an eating disorder like anorexia, bulimia, binge eating or ARFID.

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Ask a CHOC Doc: How can my athlete daughter learn vital nutrition?

February 8, 2018

A pediatrician specializing in adolescent medicine and a nutritionist team up to offer advice to a mother on how to help her athlete daughter

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Meet Dr. Alexandra Roche

November 3, 2017

Meet Dr. Alexandra Roche, a CHOC pediatrician specializing in adolescent medicine with a special interest in obesity.

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A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the Teen Brain

March 21, 2017

Three pediatric experts from CHOC discuss the teen brain and offer advice for parents on how to better understand and connect with their teen.

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Warning Signs of Eating Disorders

February 25, 2016

A CHOC psychiatrist and a CHOC pediatrician discuss warning signs of eating disorders and what to do if you suspect a loved one is suffering.

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Be a Good Car Passenger

March 24, 2015

Passengers can be a distraction to a young, inexperienced driver and their presence increases the risk for an accident.

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Four Tips for Feeding Fussy Eaters

May 2, 2014

By teaching children healthy eating habits early, parents can help children learn good eating habits that will last a lifetime.

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