For kids in school, 9/11 is part of the history books, and depending on your child’s age, they may learn about the events in class. Many parents wonder if they should talk to their kids about the events of 9/11, especially if they are younger. Dr. Laura Gerak, a psychologist at Akron Children’s, explains how […]
How to help your special-needs child achieve school success
Katrina Hermetet, PhD, offers a unique background that is helping families better understand both the clinical and school side of any child’s school success story. As director of neurobehavioral health and pediatric clinical psychologist in Akron Children’s NeuroDevelopmental Science Center, she helps kids with disabilities so they can achieve their potential in the classroom. On […]
5 medicines you shouldn’t give your kids
When your child is feverish, congested and miserable, you might try anything marketed as sure relief. But just like Bon Jovi’s song describes, there is such a thing as “bad medicine,” especially when it comes to kids — and parents should be cautious. Not all medicines are effective and can come with severe side effects, […]
What is BMI and why is it important?
BMI stands for Body Mass Index. It is a measurement of a person’s weight divided by the square of their height which is used to estimate how much body fat someone has. Physicians check BMI at routine well visits to track a child’s growth pattern over time. According to Dr. Marnie Walston, pediatrician, and medical director […]
Preparing for back to school success and transitioning to middle school
Returning to school each fall is a time of both excitement and nervousness for parents and students. For parents who have a child with special needs, this time of year can bring increased anxiety and stress. We worry about all the same things most parents worry about, like how will my child do in school? […]
How to be the parent your student-athlete needs you to be
Being the parent your student-athlete needs you to be requires self-awareness, honesty, communications skills and tough love – What, that’s all? – according to an Akron Children’s Hospital sports psychologist. Allyson Weldon, PhD, provides some common scenarios and fundamental guidance for parents. Are they having fun? Is it their dream they’re living on the field, […]
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