For many kids, gaming is a normal part of childhood and adolescence. It can be social, creative and fun. But when gaming stretches into marathon sessions, it can begin to affect sleep, mood and school performance in ways that are easy to miss. Dr. Laura Markley, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist […]
Helping teens build healthy romantic relationships
Dating can be an exciting part of growing up, but it can also bring challenges that aren’t always easy to see. Teen dating violence is one of those challenges. It can include physical harm and also emotional manipulation, sexual pressure and digital abuse through texting or social media. Any teen can be a victim, no […]
How to talk to your kids about suicide prevention
Youth suicide is on the rise. Thanks to increased social media use and effects from school stressors and bullying, kids and teens are facing challenges that are uniquely harder to navigate than previous generations. As a parent, you may be wondering how you can talk to your child about suicide and how to get them […]
Teen dating violence: red flags and warning signs
First love is supposed to be exciting – the butterflies when you see someone in the hall, late-night texts and feeling noticed in a whole new way. For many teens, dating is a normal part of growing up. It’s a chance to gain confidence, learn what a healthy relationship looks like and experience those “firsts” […]
APP supervisor transition: new responsibilities, new impact
The Advanced Practice Center at Akron Children’s recently added a new leadership model that expands clinical leadership across teams. The APP supervisor role was developed to support a stronger, more intentional clinician-to-clinician reporting structure across all specialties and settings. “This model was created to strengthen communication, accountability and collaboration across Akron Children’s,” said Jenny Michel, […]
How to talk to your children when news is scary
Recent natural disasters, mass shootings and international conflicts in the news can have a profound effect on kids. Mental health experts at Akron Children’s offer these tips to help parents handle these difficult conversations and provide reassurance.
