North Atlanta Pediatric Psychology

Love this! Great coloring activity for kids during COVID-19! https://www.nimh.nih.gov//get-excited-about-th/index.shtml

Many of us are experiencing higher levels of stress and anxiety during COVID-19. New research published in Health Psychology suggests that a moderate exercise routine may help, even for those without a history of mental health issues. https://www-nytimes-com.cdn.ampproject.org//coronavirus-ex

A good reminder during this ambivalent time! Anxiety is real. Recognize what you can control!

Much of my week in private practice focused on the coronavirus. Understandable concerns and fears by my patients and families. https://blog.cincinnatichildrens.org/steps-to-help-ease-kid

Anxiety in children is common, but often it goes undiagnosed. Drs. Rinad Beidas and Steven Kurtz help identify the causes, symptoms and available treatment options for parents who suspect their child has an anxiety disorder. https://www-yahoo-com.cdn.ampproject.org//anxiety-children

This is huge!! FDA approved! Will hope so many! http://ir.aimmune.com//fda-approves-aimmunes-palforziatm-f

Great read on migraine management! https://health.clevelandclinic.org/migraines-in-children//

This! This is so important. Something I find that I am stressing to families more and more. The academic demands and competition between peers is tough. If we can get this one figured out, we’ll go a long way towards improving the wellbeing of our entire society.

I talk about physical activity a lot in my practice with patients! It is so important for mental health! https://news.harvard.edu//physical-activity-may-protect-t/

I greatly miss working with the CF team and treating this amazingly resilient patient population! This article is everything! It is the best when groundbreaking scientific research and treatment occurs! https://www.washingtonpost.com//long-awaited-cystic-fibro/

Great read that helps parents identify when therapy maybe warranted in your child! https://www-huffpost-com.cdn.ampproject.org//how-to-te/amp

Time spent on smartphones is a serious but avoidable cause of mental health issues. Social skills, emotional development, self-control, behavior, executive functions and language! All negatively impacted! Good read and informative! Just had this conversation last week with a patient’s father. He was doing all the things right and noticed the changes in his son. I think it is our responsibility as parents to limit and put boundaries on tablet use and screen time. ... https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm

Informative read for helping identify and manage stress. https://www.apa.org/helpcenter/talking-about-stress