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Life brings with it ups and down, disappointments and victories, sadness and jubilation – not only for adults but for children too. So just because a child feels sad or irritable doesn’t mean they have childhood depression. For a child, the stresses of growing up – peer pressure, divorce, school, relationships – are all very real. Some children are more resilient than others or may have a strong support system in place to help them through hard or stressful times. Childhood depression, on the ... [Read More]
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How is a Cellphone Hurting My Child?
Cellphones have become an extended part of our bodies in recent years. The ability to be connected and constantly updated has been capturing more and more of our attention. But when it leads to distracted parenting, studies have shown this can hurt the development of infants and young children, especially regarding their ability to process pleasure or happiness. Distracted Parents Affect Development of Babies Babies need reliable and consistent attention from their parental figures in order ... [Read More]
Effect of Marijuana on Adolescence
America is beginning to understand the benefits of prescription cannabis. While it has widely been considered as a gateway drug and a favorite pastime of hippies and lazy people, medical research has developed marijuana for health benefits for those who are suffering from severe illness. However, while this may be a good solution for addressing health issues such as cancer and seizures, marijuana should not be used by teens and young adults. Below, we discuss some of the ways in which ... [Read More]
At What Age Does My Child Stop Going to a Pediatrician
One day you stepped into the pediatrician's office with your child for the very first visit. The next thing you know, they may be too old to be visiting a pediatrician anymore. You have probably wondered what is the right age when your child can (or should) switch from a pediatrician to an adult physician. Young adults have different medical needs than a child, and they are susceptible to different conditions. From coping with hormonal changes to counseling about birth ... [Read More]
Helping your Teen Cope with Hormonal Changes
It happens to nearly every parent: One day you wake up to find that your once sweet, calm, cuddly child has turned into a raging hormonal emotional roller coaster of a teenager. The mood swings, combined with drama, rage, and physical changes – ranging from zits and body odor to fits of inconsolable crying – may leave you as a parent feeling stressed and pretty clueless as to how to handle these by-the-minute changes. Here are some tips to help your teen cope with the hormonal changes that have ... [Read More]
