Mar 7, 2017
Internet Safety Internet access is readily available, often fairly anonymous, and offers information that is constantly changing and enticing—all features that make the Internet a source of possible danger and even addiction. Parental involvement is crucial to ensure...
Feb 20, 2017
Unstructured Playtime Many children have little unstructured time, allowing less opportunity to develop their physical skills, as well as their creativity and social skills. Pediatricians can help parents see the benefits of providing free playtime, especially...
Nov 29, 2016
Connectedness Because adolescents are less likely to participate in high-risk behaviors when they are connected to their parents, pediatricians should use well visits to encourage family bonding and connectedness. BACKGROUND The family is, and always has been, the...
Nov 28, 2016
Confidentiality Pediatricians who practice in states that require adolescent confidentiality can still encourage parent-adolescent communication. An alternative/expanded confidentiality statement is provided in section VI below. BACKGROUND Throughout history,...
Nov 16, 2016
Chores Children do best when they are connected to their parents, and chores help children develop this connectivity. Pediatricians should encourage parents to use chores as a teaching tool as well as a method of maintaining family cohesiveness. BACKGROUND Chores help...
