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Kids and resilience: Needed now, more than ever
… more than ever Blog Psychology Resilience COVID-19 Tests. The big game. Social drama. Sibling rivalry. Changing … The children who grew to be reasonably happy, healthy, competent adults were those who had a connection with at …
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9 tips to help teens build healthy self-esteem
… Mental Health Self esteem Psychology Being a teen is hard. They’re faced with the pressures of school, plans following … at home and maintaining a healthy social life. These years also are full of questions about identity, … Finally, the ever-present use of social media further complicates teen lives. Although a great way of connecting …
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11 (Virtual) back-to-school tips
… COVID-19 When schools shut down in March, most of us hoped the closure would be brief. Five months later, we’re still … shopping and meet-the-teacher events, families are ensuring their kids have reliable technology and a strong internet … of online school (and online everything), the stability and comfort of a routine are more important than ever. …
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Riding a bike? Wear a helmet – NO exceptions!
… Safety Just as attitudes and social norms have shifted with other safety practices such as the use of safety belts and … worn. Choose bike helmets that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards and replace them after a crash …
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Kids and RSV: What parents should know
… Prevention Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Many parts of the country, including Arizona, are seeing high numbers of … RSV is a contagious, seasonal respiratory infection. It is common in childhood but can affect adults as well. RSV is … close contact. When an infected person sneezes or coughs, they release large particles carrying the virus, that can …
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High School Senior Celebrates Cancer-Free Milestone
… to repair a ventricular septal defect – a hole in the wall (septum) separating the lower two chambers of the heart. He made it through surgery with flying colors. Then, two years later, Brett got a nosebleed, and his health … the amazing care Brett received to get him stabilized while they ran more tests to confirm the diagnosis and begin his …
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Child Passenger Safety Month - When to replace your child’s car seat
… passenger safety is crucial to keep your child safe in the car. Deciding which type of car seat to purchase can be … height and weight limits intended to keep your child safe. These limits depend on the type of car seat, including its … National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends replacing your child’s car seat after being …
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Skin checks (and melanoma) aren’t just for adults
… , and we don’t want to leave our younger patients out of the melanoma ‘convo.’ Although not as common as in adults, melanoma is the second most common cancer in ages 15-29 years old! Yes, …
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Birth control, not just for pregnancy prevention
… control, not just for pregnancy prevention Blog Gynecology The topic of birth control can be a confusing and … difficult to have “the talk” with their teen and may feel uncomfortable answering questions related to contraception and …
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Dog Bite Prevention Week: Teaching your child pet safety
… and Safety Dogs make wonderful additions to any household. They make you laugh, teach children responsibility and most … different dogs are best suited for different families. I recommend researching breeds to make sure your family is able …