Helping children deal with pandemic-related grief
Losing a parent or other primary caregiver is one of the most stressful things that can happen in a child’s life, putting them at risk for depression and post-traumatic stress.
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Finding special time for your kids
In this blog post, Children’s National psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, gives parents advice on finding special time for their children.
Everything you need to know about postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a condition that results when the nervous system doesn’t regulate blood flow properly.
Asthma flare-ups: what you need to know
Asthma flare-ups occur when the airways tighten in reaction to triggers such as pollen, dust, smoke or exercise.
Addressing school-related anxiety in children
As children and teens head back to school, they may be anxious for several reasons, from social stressors to a fear of bullying.
