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How smartphones and social media contribute to depression and anxiety in teens

I recently celebrated my 10-year anniversary working as a therapist with the Teen Xpress program. I have now spent over a decade counseling teenagers, and in that time clothing styles, technology, politics, methods of learning, even socializing has evolved. In all the ways that the world has changed, though, it seems that nothing has rocked a teen’s world more than the invention of the smart phone and social media. 

Is your child constipated? How to tell and what to do about it

Learn about a few things every parent should know about constipation in kids. 

How smartphones and social media contribute to depression and anxiety in teens

Social media: Our kids have never known life without smartphones, but has the digital revolution affected their development? 

8 things you probably don't know about children with autism

As we highlight Autism Awareness Month this April, we want to bring increased understanding to the top 8 myths still surrounding an autism diagnosis.

When It’s Hot Outside, Protect Your Kids From Heat-Related Illness

Now that summer break has arrived, families are starting to plan their outdoor activities and summer vacations. With warm weather ahead, it is a good idea to take note of the ways extreme heat can affect children and how to safely enjoy the outdoors.

How to Keep Your Kids Hydrated in the Summer Heat

How to Ensure Your Family Is Eating Well While You Travel

Summer is here, and many of us will soon be off on a vacation of some kind. Whether you are traveling by train, plane or automobile, packing healthy travel snacks is a must for children and teens. The last thing a family wants to do is stop at a gas station or a local convenience store while rushing to get to their destination. Not only does it waste valuable travel time (and money), but it also makes it difficult to make healthy choices.

A simple change you can make if you're concerned about your child's weight

Here are some ways to prevent portion distortion and keep portions in check.  

Could your child benefit from the use of a wheelchair?

Will using a wheelchair discourage your child from walking? Find out what a pediatric occupational therapist has to say.

Retired at 12: When competitive sports become too much

Eight years ago when my son was in pre-kindergarten, we received a flyer from the moms of two classmates. A local sports association was signing kids up to play soccer (starting at age four), and these moms wanted to create a team.  This was an opportunity for fun and learning, the sort of activity we had been looking for. Our son, an introverted only child, had shown interest in playing soccer so we jumped at the opportunity to increase his little social life and get some exercise. It helped that Dad had almost twenty years of experience playing soccer himself and was willing to coach our son and the nine other preschoolers who were signed up to play.