What to know about teen anxiety
How to talk to your child about what’s making them anxious. With school in full swing, anxiety in teens and kids may crop up. Some students experience anxiety about schoolwork. Others, however, may...
View ArticleRecognizing the warning signs for teen suicide
Early identification of those at risk opens the door for life-saving intervention. As of 2023, suicide is the second-leading cause of death for young people (ages 10 to 14) in Tennessee, according to...
View Article5 ways to help your child get their best sleep
Sleep affects so much about children’s health, from their mood to schoolwork. One of the most crucial factors of your child’s health and development is often overlooked: sleep. Vanderbilt Integrated...
View ArticleScreening for suicidal thoughts in young teens with autism
Suicide in youth with autism is much more likely to be reported in writing than to a doctor. A research study recently found that many 10- to 13-year-olds on the autism spectrum are more likely to...
View Article5 tips for teaching teens to drive without losing your sanity
Build skills slowly. No yelling. Breathe. Here’s how to teach a teenager to drive. It took my son more than a year to get his learner’s permit, and after he finally overcame his reluctance to learn to...
View Article5 healthy holiday choices for families
These weeks can make it harder to keep a healthy lifestyle. Try these five tips to help the family make healthy holiday choices. When I think back to the holiday seasons when my now-grown kids were...
View ArticleThe real signs of autism in adults
Misinformation on TikTok could lead thousands of young adults to believe they have autism spectrum disorder when they really don’t. Here’s what to know about autism symptoms in adults. On the one...
View ArticleHow social media affects kids’ mental health
Helping kids and teens navigate their digital lives safely is more important than ever. Social media has its benefits, such as helping us stay connected to people who don’t live near us, allowing us...
View ArticleJuly 4th: Eye experts warn of dangers of fireworks, sparklers
Though thought to be a safer alternative, sparklers cause the most injuries from fireworks for young children. As we celebrate the Fourth of July, Vanderbilt Health eye experts urge caution when...
View ArticleKeep your ghouls and goblins safe: Halloween safety tips
Along with having fun, don’t forget these Halloween safety tips for the big night. Halloween brings a lot of excitement for young children – and some adults! – but parents should keep safety in mind....
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