Adolescent Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness month – and it couldn’t be more timely as teens finish up finals and AP exams! Because mental health is a big part of your child’s overall wellbeing, we screen all teens ages 13 and...
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Sports and Camp Physicals
Who needs a Sports Physical? Everyone playing sports or going to camp! Ideally athletes in need of a sports physical should schedule a visit 6-8 weeks before sports or camp start. This allows plenty of time for further screening and...
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Keep Your Kids Healthy During Fall Sports
Fall is an exciting time for sports. From football and soccer to cheerleading and swimming, your kids are probably getting ready to get back in the game with weekday practices and fresh uniforms. Help your kids get physically prepared for...
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Managing Stress as a Teenager
According to a study conducted by the American Pediatrics Association (APA), teenage stress is real and exceptionally common among teens. As a matter of fact, the top stressor for teens is school, followed by post-graduation decisions and going to a...
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Acne
If you’ve ever worried about acne, you’re definitely not alone – many teens are concerned with keeping their skin clear. But with entire aisles of skin care products to pick from, it can be difficult to figure out what works...
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How Much Sleep Do I Need?
Teens need 8-10 hours of sleep every night. Some teenagers get 6 or 7 hours, or less, during the school week, stay up late on weekends, and “catch up” by sleeping in late. Many teens say it’s hard to fall...
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