What you need to know about teen suicide and “13 Reasons Why”
The hit Netflix show has prompted conversations about suicide and other difficult issues experienced by teens, but it has also raised red flags in the mental health community.
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Helping your kids cope with a traumatic event
It is important to understand how to help kids cope with a traumatic event, whether they are directly affected by the event, or indirectly affected through media exposure.
How to avoid distracted parenting
In her blog post, Children’s National Hospital psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, gives parents tips on how to avoid distracted parenting.
The truth about tryptophan and turkey
The sleepiness people feel after their Thanksgiving meal is more likely due to the heavy intake of food, especially carbohydrates.
Helping your child transition from pediatric to adult medical care
While it may be difficult to leave the comfort of your family provider, finding the best adult care for your child is an important part of growing up.
