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Misinformation is tightening its stranglehold on the American psyche. My 9-year-old daughter, Sonia, knows no other world than one where truth and fiction are often indistinguishable. That’s the reality for a generation well-versed with social media and the internet, Pay Per Touch. This stranglehold is not a looming threat —…
Emergency department visits in the U.S. for suspected suicide attempts were 51{b574a629d83ad7698d9c0ca2d3a10ad895e8e51aa97c347fc42e9508f0e4325d} higher for adolescent girls and 4{b574a629d83ad7698d9c0ca2d3a10ad895e8e51aa97c347fc42e9508f0e4325d} higher for adolescent boys. MINNEAPOLIS — As one of the largest children’s mental health service and training providers in Minnesota, the Washburn Center for Children is a kind of first-line of defense…
SPONSORED — Cheers to the parents and guardians who keep their kids safe and healthy. The dad who cooks a meal with something green in it, even though he’s tired and drive-thru burgers were tempting. The mom who calms down the little one who loudly and resolutely does NOT want…
When selecting a child’s gift for the holidays this year, think of educational toys that stimulate learning, inspire imagination, or encourage the use of fine and gross motor skills. The trick to choosing the perfect present for your tot or teen is finding something age-appropriate that sparks their interest while…
Nearly a quarter of Monroe County’s 5-11 aged children have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, but many parents are still wrestling with the question: Should I get my child vaccinated? Last week, Monroe County Board of Health member and retired pediatrician Dr. Carol Litten Touloukian hosted a town…
Children ages 5 to 11 have been eligible to get a COVID vaccine for a month, but state data show they are the least vaccinated among eligible groups. DENVER — Despite being eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine for a month, rates are lagging in children ages 5 to 11. “People…