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Many parents try to limit the time their children spend online gaming or watching videos, especially before bedtime, in the belief that too much screen time is bad for their kids’ mental and physical health.A recent study, however, turns that belief on its head, saying researchers could find no evidence that time on electronic devices has any negative effect on teens’ well-being.Carolyn Ievers-Landis, PhD, a clinical psychologist at UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s, discusses why parents should pay attention to the study’s results and how to keep screen time from becoming a parent-child battleground.
Anxiety and depression are on the rise in children and teens. Societal pressures, academic stress and social media have all played a role. Early detection and intervention by parents and pediatricians is getting more kids the help they need. Psychologist, Elizabeth Harris, PhD and psychiatrist,...
Published 06/14/24
An overwhelming amount of information exists about the best way to eat for long-term health. Breaking through the clutter is challenging and sometimes subjective. Licensed Dietitian, Kelli Santiago, MS, RD, CSSD, LD explains what to look for in the foods you eat or in the lifestyle changes you’d...
Published 05/13/24