Why Doctors Ask to Speak Privately with Teen Patients
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
Why doctors ask to talk to your teen alone — and the long-term benefit it can have on your teen’s health.
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Parent-targeted Interventions Improve Parent Communications with Teens about Alcohol Use, Sexual Behavior
Published on in CHOP News
New research shows that brief parent-targeted interventions in the primary care setting can increase communication between parents and their teens about sexual and alcohol behavior.
Support of the Gender-variant Child and Family the Top Priority
Published on in Children's Doctor
Using the case of Maeve, a 5-year-old who now goes by M, we explain gender dysphoria and the importance of follow-up care by providers who respect and support the child, as well as support and educate the child’s family members.
Reproductive Healthcare for Adolescent and Young Adult Women with Chronic Medical Conditions
Published on in Children's Doctor
Patients with intellectual or developmental delays may face unique reproductive health challenges. It is important they receive timely and comprehensive reproductive healthcare.
Fellow’s Corner: Asking 1 Question Made All the Difference
Published on in Children's Doctor
A 13-year-old presents to CHOP with somatic symptoms. After a myriad of tests, which were unremarkable, one question about gender identity led to a complete resolution of symptoms.
Flipping the Switch to Positive for Parenting Teens: New Resource
Published on in Children's Doctor
The Center for Parent and Teen Communication at CHOP offers a toolkit to equip parents and other caregivers with the best communication and parenting strategies to support their children.
CHOP, Penn Scientists Aim to Address Disparities in Health Research for Women
Published on in CHOP News
The assumption that women react the same way to medication or medical intervention as men may be wrong.
Expert Advice to Improve Parent/Teen Communication
Published on in CHOP News
Adolescent Expert Kenneth Ginsburg, MD, MSEd, offers advice to parents about how to improve communication with their teens and tweens.
Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg Talks Resilience on WHYY Podcast
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Dr. Ginsburg offers his tips on building resilience in children navigating challenges.
3 Ways to Build Resilience in Your Child
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
Find expert advice on how you can help your child build resilience to cope with setbacks and disappointments as they get older.