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Parents and Teens Don’t See Eye to Eye on Suicide Risk
Half of parents don’t know their adolescent has had thoughts about suicide, and more than 75 percent of parents are unaware of their adolescent’s thoughts of death and dying.
Obsessive Compulsive Symptoms in Youth May Be a Red Flag for Other Psychological Issues
Behaviors that develop into obsessive and compulsive symptoms (OCS) may represent a red flag for serious psychiatric conditions, including depression and suicide.

Innovative Solutions at CHOP Are Removing Barriers to Mental Health Care
One out of every five school-age kids has or will have a mental or behavioral health condition in any given year. Learn about CHOP’s approach to tackling the hurdles in delivering and seeking care.
CHOP Doctors Talk Depression, Suicide, Ahead of “13 Reasons Why” Season Two
The Netflix show which follows the suicide of a high school student has sparked concern from parents.
CHOP Hosts Suicide Prevention Town Hall for Health, City and Education Leaders
State-wide coalition looks at ways to prevent suicide, with focus on college students.
Dr. Tami Benton Talks Suicide Prevention in NBC10 Documentary
For many young people, suicide seems like the only solution to their problems. In an NBC 10 documentary, CHOP Psychiatrist-in-Chief Tami Benton shares what healthcare providers are doing to address this, and what you can do as a parent.
Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Annual Report
The 2015 annual report from the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences highlights new clinical insights.
Adolescent Sleep Issues: Why Are They So Tired?
In this case study we discuss the assessment of common sleep problems in adolescents, and explore recommendations for developing good sleep habits.
ROHHAD: Rapid-onset Obesity, Breathing and Behavioral Issues Indicate a Very Sick Patient
This case study explores the symptoms, diagnosis and management of rapid-onset obesity with hypothalamic dysfunction, hypoventilation, and autonomic dysregulation, or ROHHAD.
Is ‘Watchful Waiting’ a Reasonable Approach for a Child with Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Most children with uncomplicated OSAS, including obese children, show a marked improvement in the number and severity of obstructive events on PSG following adenotonsillectomy.