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Physical activity ideas for parents and children

WEBTypes of physical activities. Aerobic activities: Activities that use large muscles for a sustained period of time to strengthen the heart and lungs.. Examples: Running, …

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Tips for clinicians for promoting physical activity

WEBConnection. Physical activity can serve as a reparative experience with coaches, trainers, or teammates when the relationship is built on consistency, trust, …

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How to access therapy and mental health support for kids and teens

WEBThe mental health team at CHOC curated the following resources on mental health topics common to kids and teens, such as depression, anxiety, suicide …

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CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals

WEBCHOC is one of only 50 pediatric facilities in the nation to earn recognition as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.The following CHOC specialties …

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Mental Health Treatment and Services

WEBHere are some of the most common mental health services accessed by children and teens: Outpatient mental health services – this type of therapy is offered at a provider’s …

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Fever Chart Guide

WEBWhen should I take my child to urgent care for a fever? Parents should take their child to urgent care for a fever when their symptoms require a call to the doctor (see ‘When …

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Why sports physicals are important – especially after COVID-19

WEBHaving a sports physical is an important step before getting back into the game – especially after a having COVID-19 symptoms or a diagnosis. Coaches and …

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How to prepare your teen to manage their own medical care

WEBUse simple words to explain any medical conditions that your child has. Ask them to repeat them back to you to be sure they understand. Encourage your child to …

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5 Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Rare Diseases

WEBHere are some facts on rare diseases: In the United States, a condition is considered “rare” it affects fewer than 200,000 persons. If all people with rare diseases …

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5 practical ways to help reduce stigma around mental illness

WEBChoose words carefully. What we say and how we say it matters. Making small changes to how we talk – about mental illness and in general – can go a long way …

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The Latest Guidelines for Introducing Solids to Babies

WEBSolid foods can be introduced as early as six months of age, according to guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health …

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Oxygen Deprivation from Near-Drowning Can Lead to Brain Damage

WEBDrowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4. It takes only seconds to drown, and it often occurs silently when an …

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How cultural stigma impacts those seeking mental health services

WEBIn many cultures, negative stigma about mental health symptoms or therapy services is a major obstacle to getting professional help. Research shows that people in …

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Helmet therapy: What parents should know

WEBThe head shape does often get better, with or without the use of a helmet. Helmet therapy is a choice some parents make, along with their child’s doctor, to try to …

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Teens and vaping: What parents should know

WEBFrom 13 to 18 years, teens may be experiencing changes in their physicals, mental and emotional health. CHOC experts offer advise parents on how to best guide …

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