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Released: 22-Nov-2024 4:15 PM EST
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Launches Center for Equity in Child and Youth Health and Wellbeing
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing

The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing has established a Center for Equity in Child and Youth Health and Wellbeing.

Newswise: Boundaries, Respect Keys to Political Discussions at Holiday Family Gatherings
Released: 21-Nov-2024 5:10 PM EST
Boundaries, Respect Keys to Political Discussions at Holiday Family Gatherings
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Ahh, the holidays – a time to gather with relatives, catch up on family news, eat delicious food, watch football … and try to keep the peace while navigating sensitive subjects, such as politics and the recent contentious election.

Newswise: Johns Hopkins Children’s Center Experts Offer Health and Safety Tips for a Merry and Bright Holiday Season
Released: 21-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Johns Hopkins Children’s Center Experts Offer Health and Safety Tips for a Merry and Bright Holiday Season
Johns Hopkins Medicine

The holiday season is a special time to celebrate, reflect and give thanks. However, amid the festivities, it is important to prioritize health and safety. As families prepare for this busy time of year, Johns Hopkins Children’s Center experts are available for interviews on a variety of topics to ensure families stay safe and healthy this holiday season.  

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Released: 18-Nov-2024 12:55 PM EST
How to Care for a Loved One with Dementia
University of Miami

More than 11 million Americans are tasked with the responsibility of taking care of someone with cognitive decline.

Newswise: National Poll: Some Parents Need Support Managing Children's Anger
13-Nov-2024 9:15 AM EST
National Poll: Some Parents Need Support Managing Children's Anger
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

One in seven parents think their child gets angrier than peers of the same age and four in 10 say their child has experienced negative consequences when angry, a new national poll suggests.

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Released: 13-Nov-2024 9:35 AM EST
Expert Shares Advice on How to Talk Politics with Family, Friends at the Thanksgiving Table
Virginia Tech

The election is over, but conversations surrounding the outcome are sure to continue for weeks to come. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, knowing how to engage with friends and family members with differing political views may help keep tempers at bay – and relationships intact. Virginia Tech expert Todd Schenk shared his advice for how to keep the peace.

9-Nov-2024 2:30 AM EST
Most Parents Don’t Ask About Firearms in the Homes Their Kids Visit
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Over 60 percent of Illinois parents had never asked another parent about an unlocked firearm in their home before allowing their child to visit for a playdate, according to a survey from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago published in Pediatrics. Many parents reported they had not asked about firearms because it never occurred to them to do so, which highlights a critical need to raise awareness of this important safety concern.

Newswise: New Mixed Reality Game May Help Kids Be More Active
Released: 12-Nov-2024 11:05 AM EST
New Mixed Reality Game May Help Kids Be More Active
University of Georgia

Mixed reality gaming may be the motivation kids need to stay active, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.

Newswise: Grandparents Help Grandkids in Many Ways – but the Reverse May Be True Too, Poll Suggests
8-Nov-2024 10:15 AM EST
Grandparents Help Grandkids in Many Ways – but the Reverse May Be True Too, Poll Suggests
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

A new poll looks at how grandparents are involved in their grandchildren's lives, and how this relates to mental health and lonelines.

Released: 8-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Children with Intellectual Disabilities at Greater Risk of Sexual Abuse
Universite de Montreal

A new study shows higher rates of sexual abuse in children with intellectual disabilities and greater vulnerability to the after-effects of abuse.

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
Teaching Kids to Love Healthy Food: MyPlate for Families
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Eating a balanced diet is essential for everyone in the family, but nutrition can feel overwhelming to navigate. From food costs to food allergies, every family has unique challenges. To help guide you in making healthier food choices, Lurie Children’s Registered Dietitians Maggie McKay and Lisa Sharda teamed up with our Director of Food, Activity and Nutrition Initiatives Stephanie Folkens (who also holds a culinary arts degree!) to answer some common questions about how to make eating healthy, fun and affordable.

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Released: 7-Nov-2024 12:00 PM EST
New Report from Lurie Children’s Finds Most Illinois Parents Set Rules for Halloween Candy for their Children
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

The latest survey conducted in October 2024 by surveying over 1,000 parents across the state found:...

Newswise: New Study Finds Obesity Can Be Prevented in Very Young Children
Released: 5-Nov-2024 10:00 AM EST
New Study Finds Obesity Can Be Prevented in Very Young Children
University of North Carolina School of Medicine

A large study co-led by Kori Flower, MD, MS, MPH, division chief of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine demonstrates that combining text messaging with in-person clinic counseling reduces obesity in the first two years of life.

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Newswise: Preventing Obesity in Very Young Children Could Be in the Palm of Parents’ Hands
31-Oct-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Preventing Obesity in Very Young Children Could Be in the Palm of Parents’ Hands
Johns Hopkins Medicine

A study co-led by a Johns Hopkins Children’s Center clinician-researcher shows that adding text messaging and other electronic feedback to traditional in-clinic health counseling for parents about feeding habits, playtime and exercise prevents very young children from developing obesity and potentially lifelong obesity-related problems.

1-Nov-2024 10:45 AM EDT
FSU Experts Available for Interviews on Parental Stress Amid Public Health Advisory
Florida State University

By: Stephen Stone | Published: November 1, 2024 | 9:54 am | SHARE: On Aug. 28, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek H. Murthy issued an eye-opening surgeon general’s advisory that parental stress has become a public health concern.The decision was made because of mounting evidence shown in studies on the stress and mental health challenges faced by parents.

28-Oct-2024 2:30 PM EDT
How COVID-19 Transformed Family Dinners
American Psychological Association (APA)

While the lockdowns associated with COVID-19 pandemic led many families to eat more meals at home, they had an additional benefit: an increase in the quality of family time during those dinners, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.



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