Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are serious mental health problems that can emerge ‘out of the blue’ or develop gradually. Learn about the signs and symptoms of anxiety, how it's is diagnosed and treated at CHOP.
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Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Resources
Our Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences experts have created this list of resources to help you keep your child safe and well.
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Helping Your Tween/Teen Create Lasting Time Management Habits
In this video, Iris Paltin, PhD, pediatric neuropsychologist, shares practical strategies to help teens stay organized and on track, insights on executive function and self-regulation, and tools for prioritizing tasks and setting goals.
Major Depression in Children
Major depression is a persistently sad or irritable mood that affects a child's thinking and behavior at home, in school, and with peers.
Navigating Social Media
Social media is here to stay. Hear from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Psychiatrist-in-Chief, Dr. Tami Benton, who discusses the impact of social media on youth mental health and how it can hinder and enhance adolescents’ lives.
Talking to Kids and Teens About Tragedy
Unfortunately, sad circumstances or tragic events happen. Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Psychiatrist-in-Chief, Dr. Tami Benton, explains how to speak to children and adolescents about such events along with providing tools and resources available for parents and caregivers during difficult times.
Understanding and Navigating Youth Mental Health
Dr. Tami Benton, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Psychiatrist-in-Chief, describes mental health, possible signs, treatment options as well as available resources for families.