Traveling with kids
In her latest blog, Children’s National psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, discusses tips for planning ahead on your holiday travel for maximum fun.
Preventing kids from abusing prescription and over-the-counter medicines
Every day, almost 2,500 teens abuse a prescription medicine for the first time.
How to handle a bad report card
Eleanor Mackey, PhD, gives parents advice on how to deal with a bad report card and other bad news.
E-cigarettes, vaping and teens: what you need to know
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, e-cigarette use has sharply risen and is now the most commonly used nicotine product among youth.
Halloween tips for first-timers and veterans
Psychologist Eleanor Mackey goes over Halloween preparation, from choosing an age-appropriate costume to trick-or-treating safety.