Mar 14, 2019
The Longview News-Journal – Staff Writer
When kids pretend to be their favorite superhero, it may look like sheer fun at first glance, but experts say that imaginative play also benefits children in a number of substantial ways. “From building confidence and self-perception to offering children an opportunity to practice communication and language skills, pretend play is vital to child development,” says Keri Wilmot, a pediatric occupational therapist and an expert contributor to TheGeniusofPlay.org. https://www.news-journal.com/charm-view/ways-children-benefit-from-creative-playtime/article_41635494-45b0-11e9-8093-f3b68cbab796.html
Mar 13, 2019
The Preston Citizen – Laura L. Sant
If you’re concerned about what your child eats, the solution could be as close as your kitchen table. Sitting around the table to eat as a family has many benefits. Family meals allow parents to be role models who create a supportive environment that promotes healthy eating. https://www.hjnews.com/preston/news/extension-notes-family-meals-are-worth-the-effort/article_589e8b22-44ea-11e9-8059-bfa77ae1e0cd.html
Mar 13, 2019
Medical X-Press – Staff Writer
Yale researchers have developed an innovative way to address an epidemic of anxiety disorders afflicting the nation’s children: treat the parents. A new program developed at Yale that counsels parents is as effective in treating common anxiety disorders as cognitive behavioral therapy for the child, according to a randomized trial of the two therapies published in the Journal of the American Academy of Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatry. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2019-03-combat-childhood-anxiety-parents.html
Mar 12, 2019
The New York Times – Perri Klass, M.D.
Asthma is the most common chronic disease of childhood, and using an asthma inhaler is often a first step toward medical autonomy for a child with asthma. But the value of technology depends on how you use it, and children — and adults — need to use their inhalers correctly for the devices to help. https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/11/well/family/using-an-asthma-inhaler-correctly.html
Mar 12, 2019
ADDitude – John Ratey, MD
The science is clear: Exercise during the school day promotes better focus, less impulsivity, and fewer disciplinary referrals. In other words, kids learn and behave better when they are physically active. So how much is the right amount of exercise? And are some activities better than others? Find the answers here. https://www.additudemag.com/exercise-increases-adhd-student-focus/
