Asthma is a chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways. It can cause wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. Asthma affects people of all ages, but children are more prone to it. In fact, asthma is the leading cause of child hospitalizations in the United States. Fortunately, there are things you can do
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4 Unexpected Signs of ADHD In Children
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental health disorder in which people experience trouble focusing on tasks, controlling their impulses, or sitting still. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 3 to 5 percent of children, meaning at least one child in a class of 25 to 30 students, will have
Read MoreWhy Your Child Needs a Physical Exam
Routine physical exams are of high significance to keep your child healthy. They focus on your child’s mental and physical development and help to identify potential health concerns at their earliest stages when interventions or treatments are typically most effective. Besides annual physicals, your child may also require other physical exams, such as a sports
Read MoreThe Risks of Bullying and Its Prevention
Bullying is a remarkable public health concern that can lead to low self-esteem, mental health problems, and even suicide in children and young people. It has no definite form and can happen anywhere, whether at school, at home, or online. Let’s talk about the impact of bullying, what you can do to help them, and
Read MoreYearly Checkup for Your Child’s Health: What to Expect
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has strongly encouraged parents to take their children for routine checkups—and for a number of good reasons. Among these is that regular well-child visits enable a pediatrician to keep tabs on a child’s physical, emotional, and behavioral health as well as determine and take the necessary steps to effectively
Read MoreTop 6 Questions to Ask Your Pediatrician During a Child Annual Check-Up
Part of what’s delineated in the American Academy of Pediatrics’ comprehensive health guidelines for well-child care is that parents take their children for a yearly checkup after age 3 all the way until age 21. Your child’s annual check-up isn’t going to be a lot different from their previous ones. It will still include measurements,
Read MoreHow to Help Your Teen Overcome Depression
According to the 2019 statistics on adolescents’ mental health from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 3 teens had experienced feelings of hopelessness or sadness, and roughly 1 in 6 had reported having suicide ideation in the past year. The broad range of socio-personal challenges that adolescents navigate–including bullying, and
Read MoreWhat To Do When Your Child is Depressed
Just like adults, it’s natural for children to feel down sometimes. During their developmental years, they may often feel strong emotions of fear and worry. However, if your child is feeling “blue” for a long period of time, it may be more than normal ups and downs. It could be a sign of depression. If
Read MoreBullying, Teens/Kids’ Mental Health, and Eating Disorders
Mental health disorders are becoming increasingly common in both children and teenagers. Factors such as stress at home or school, losing a loved one, and bullying can lead to serious problems, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and self-harm. It is believed that half of all mental health disorders start by age 14 and often go
Read MoreADHD in Children: Signs and Treatment Options
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is among the most common neurodevelopmental disorders affecting children in the United States. According to statistics, approximately 388,000 children aged 2–5 years; and some 2.4 million children aged 6–11 years are diagnosed with ADHD. ADHD is also deemed the most extensively researched pediatric mental health condition, and yet, there has
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