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What have we learned in the wake of the Penn State scandal?
Recently there has been much discussion about the disturbing events involving a former Penn State football coach and allegations of sexual abuse of several children. Serious questions have been raised in this case regarding the role and responsibility of adults who have direct knowledge or suspicions of child abuse to report their concerns to the proper authorities. Sadly, media reports reveal that the failure of adults to report suspected abuse is not isolated to this one university, sports team or organization.
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Is an alternative vaccination schedule better for your child?
This post was originally posted in November 2014
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What every parent should teach their teen about sexual assault
As a counselor with the Teen Xpress program, a part of The Howard Phillips Center for Children & Families, I provide therapy for middle and high school students at select schools in Orange County. Each year, conversations with the older high school students turn to the future - college, careers, and choices. We talk about their goals, plans and dreams. We talk about the fun stuff, like majors or classes they are planning to take and the not-so-fun stuff, like safety, personal responsibility and accountability.
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Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery
Pediatric Otolaryngology, or ear, nose, and throat Surgery, is a specialty dedicated to the care of disorders above the clavicles.
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Limb Lengthening Program
Doctors with the Limb Lengthening Program have the expertise and technology to provide the right treatment for your child.
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Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Program is a comprehensive team dedicated to the care of patients diagnosed with brain and spinal cord tumors.
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Pediatric Oncology
The Haley Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders provides specialized care for children with various forms of cancer.
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Pediatric Dialysis
Pediatric dialysis services are available at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.
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How to use music to promote your infants development
In our previous post, we talked about how some unpleasant sounds in your baby’s everyday surroundings can cause stress and negatively affect your baby. When sound is used appropriately, though, it can also promote healthy growth and development. One of the ways we can use sound to do just that is through music.
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To Circumcise or Not: What To Consider
Circumcision, the removal of the foreskin from your infant’s penis, is a personal decision that often can be stressful for parents.