With so many social platforms popping up each year, it’s tough for parents to keep track of what’s what. So it’s no wonder TikTok has many of us scratching our heads over what this latest trend in social media is all about. The social network for watching, making and sharing user-generated short videos — often […]
New behavioral health centers now serving patients close to home
As we continue to prioritize pediatric mental and behavioral health in the communities we serve, our newest behavioral health centers in Canton and Mansfield are now open. Our first regional behavioral health center opened in Boardman in 2019. These facilities bring most of the pediatric behavioral health services available at our Akron campus close to […]
9 Ways to help children manage anxiety about returning to school
An Akron Children’s Hospital child psychiatrist said a common misnomer about kids who experience school anxiety is that they don’t like school. “It’s important for parents to know that most children who have school anxiety actually like school!” said Dr. Laura Markley, medical director, Consultation/Liaison Psychiatry. “The fearsome part for many children is being away […]
Akron Children’s recognizes National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Each July, National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed to help bring awareness to the unique mental health struggles facing racial and ethnic minority communities in the U.S. Mental health encompasses an individual’s emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, and helps determine how we handle stress, relate to […]
Campaign benefits children’s mental health
The challenges today’s young people face are uniquely hard to navigate. From the pressures of social media to the life-changing impact of a pandemic, the effect these obstacles may have on youth mental health can be devastating. These challenges can be especially exacerbated by the experience of a trauma event, which the National Child Traumatic […]
Working at Akron Children’s aligns with Dr. Kelsey Brocker’s goals and aspirations
Dr. Kelsey Brocker, a pediatric psychologist, considers joining Akron Children’s to be a stroke of good luck. It started with a chance encounter in Georgia. “I was discussing my professional goals and aspirations with my parents,” she said. “We were at a restaurant in Savannah, Georgia, where I was born and raised. Someone approached our […]
