Study shows that cool kids struggle later
November 17, 2014
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- Teens in their early adolescence who are hyper-focused on being cool are more likely to have problems with substance abuse, criminal behavior, and managing social relationships.
- Parents need to help support age-appropriate activities and not worry if their child isn’t popular.
- In early adolescence, behaviors that once made teens appear cool and mature to their peers actually stunts their social and emotional growth.
Toddlers at the table: making holiday meals less stressful
November 10, 2014
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- Pack some healthy snacks to help ward off hunger and to distract picky kids.
- Feel free to relax your vegetable and “clear your plate” rules.
- Tag teaming with somebody else will help you find some time to enjoy your meal too.
E-cigarette use among Utah teens triples in only two years
November 3, 2014
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- E-cigarettes simulate smoking by turning a liquid into vapor that is then inhaled.
- Although e-cigarettes are marketed as a safe-alternative to smoking, there are no long-term studies on their use and many preliminary studies have shown that they can carry a high level of toxins.
- A lack of regulation has made e-cigarettes easy for teens to get a hold of, putting them at risk for a dangerous and hard to kick nicotine habit.
Utah adds congenital heart disease screening to its newborn screenings
October 20, 2014
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- Utah law requires that newborns receive a hearing screening, a critical congenital heart disease screening, and a blood test.
- Newborn screenings help catch serious health problems early; preventing serious complications and death.
- This October, Utah added congenital heart disease screening to the list of required screenings.
Taking Care of our Children’s Teeth
October 13, 2014
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- Our dental health can affect our overall health.
- Good dental hygiene should start before the first teeth even show up.
- Even though baby teeth are temporary, they are very important and need to be taken care of.
Study Shows that Learning to Play Music Makes Children Smarter
October 6, 2014
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- Study shows that taking music lessons improves the way children’s brains process language.
- Learning to play music helps children process things like pitch, timing, and timbre, which allows their brains to make sense of words more quickly.
- Study found that one year of music training didn’t make a difference, but two did.
Is My Teen Using Drugs or Alcohol?
September 29, 2014
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- You can tell normal teen behavior from signs of substance abuse by looking for larger patterns and supporting evidence.
- Many of the signs aren’t a sure sign of substance abuse, but they are behaviors that parents should monitor closely.
- If you think your child is using drugs, educate yourself and look for additional help.
AAP Encourages Parents To Read To Their Children From Infancy
September 22, 2014
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- New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages pediatricians to advise parents on the importance of reading to their children.
- Studies show that reading together is vital to fostering healthy brain development and helps prepare children for later academic and career success.
- Books help create a nurturing parent-child relationship where children can develop important cognitive, language, and social-emotional skills.
Dieting at a Young Age Can Lead to Obesity, Alcohol Abuse, and Eating Disorders
September 8, 2014
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- The younger a girl starts to diet, the more likely she is to have an eating disorder, to be obese or overweight, or to have problems with alcohol abuse.
- Parents should avoid using diets as a way to help their children manage their weight.
- Parents should instead focus on helping their daughters foster a positive body image and teaching them how to make healthy choices.
Teaching Children How to Cope with Anxiety
September 1, 2014
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- Anxiety is a normal part of life, but becomes a problem if it persists or starts to interfere with day-to-day life.
- Some types of anxiety are a normal part of child development.
- Help your child learn how to cope with anxiety by allowing them to talk and teaching them relaxation techniques.
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