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Expert: Teens willing to take risks to fit in

— November 25, 2019

It is the fear of missing out that helps drive teens to making risky decision, according to a child and adolescent psychiatrist. Jess Shatkin, a professor at the New York University…

Glenbard parent series welcomes adolescent psychiatrist
— November 11, 2019

The Glenbard Parent Series has three upcoming events with an adolescent psychiatrist. Jess Shatkin M.D. MPH will present on his book “Born to be Wild: Why Teens Take Risks and How…
What’s better for children? Reading in print vs. on screens
— September 15, 2019

With all the technology available to families, experts say it’s important not to underestimate the power of reading to your child from a print book. Research published in Pediatrics…
Take a deep breath: Here’s how to teach teens safe driving
— August 1, 2018

Each year as teens take driver’s education, parents face the scary moment when their child starts driving unaccompanied. The milestone comes with some serious dangers. According to…

Tips for packing a healthy school lunch
— September 19, 2019

Early fall means school schedules are back and so is packing lunches for the days that school lunch just will not do. The only problem: the cute little unicorn and super-hero themed…
When is back-to-school nerves something more
— August 26, 2018

Many children (and parents, let’s admit it) are eagerly anticipating the start of a new school year. For kids, this means looking forward to new classrooms, teachers and friends….
When kids bite it hurts as families struggle for solutions
— August 19, 2016

For most children, biting is usually short-lived and does not become a habit. Nevertheless, it is usually a big deal for everyone – the child bitten, the adults present, and the…