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June 1, 2021
As we approach summer, you may be encouraging your patients to spend more time doing physical activity outdoors. Spending time outdoors has been shown to have positive effects on attention, vision, and development. You can suggest that families try out these outdoor activities below to promote self regulation and academic knowledge. Academic Knowledge Try playing I Spy…
Read moreMay 25, 2021
May is Mental Health Month, and this week’s tip comes from Jessica Zweifach, PhD, clinical psychologist at the Seaver Autism Center for Research and Treatment. As a pediatrician, it is critical that you promote a healthy attachment between your patient and their primary caregiver. The early attachment to a primary caregiver serves as a model…
Read moreMay 18, 2021
This week’s tip comes from a question asked by one of our readers. Check out the answer below! Q: There is a lot of information out there about the effect of screen time on children – what can I tell families? A: When making recommendations about screen time, it is important to consider the age of the…
Read moreMay 11, 2021
Do parents ever ask you questions about sibling conflicts? See the video below for tips on addressing sibling issues. Main points from the video: Children ages 3-5 are usually able to understand other people’s feelings. You can share strategies like stop, drop, and think, which means stop what you’re doing, drop your hands, and think about…
Read moreMay 4, 2021
As we approach Mother’s Day and recognize World Maternal Mental Health Day today, we want to take a minute to acknowledge how extraordinary mothers are – and how important they are to their child’s development. Beyond general praise, here are a few fun facts you can share with the “newest” mothers in your practice! 1.…
Read moreApril 27, 2021
April is Autism Awareness Month, and this week’s tip comes from the Seaver Autism Center for Research and Treatment. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social communication and interaction and repetitive patterns of behavior. Individuals with ASD may process information differently and may struggle to express thoughts or feelings…
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