Child, Parenting, and Healthcare Provider Issues
Swim Safety for Children with Autism
October 12, 2017
Read more about a recent study on the effectiveness of swimming lessons for children with mild to severe autism.
ICYMI: Golf Carts, Off-Road Vehicles, Lightning Strike, Youth Football, and More
September 29, 2017
Read on for our ICYMI roundup of noteworthy news and articles for September 2017.
Can Pre-Schoolers Show Aggression? Opportunities to Address High Expulsion Rates of Youngest Children
September 19, 2017
We are proud to share a blog authored by CHOP PolicyLab's Dr. Marsha Gerdes on the alarmingly high expulsion rates of preschoolers, and the short and potentially long-term consequences of expulsion.
Talking with Children about Natural Disasters
September 15, 2017
In this post, we share some resources on methods to talk to young children about disaster and manage traumatic stress.
ADHD and Adverse Childhood Experiences
September 12, 2017
Read more to learn about a recently published study on the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences and childhood ADHD.
ICYMI August: Hot Car Legislation, Football & Concussion, and Preventing Teen Suicide
August 31, 2017
Here is our ICYMI news roundup for August 2017.
Back-to-School Concerns: Don’t Forget About Guns in the Home
August 29, 2017
As back-to-school time approaches, it’s a good time to remind parents and caregivers to ask about the presence of a gun in a home before they allow their children to visit.
Managing Risks in Youth Sports- Flashback Friday
August 18, 2017
Today's Flashback Friday post is just in time for back to school sports- read more for Dr. Arbogast's blog post about managing risks in youth sports.
The Ethical Case for Trauma Informed Pediatric Care
August 7, 2017
In a new article VIP@CIRP researchers explore how the principles of trauma informed care embody core principles of medical ethics.
Current trends in ATV Crash Injuries
August 3, 2017
A new study reports the incidence, mortality trend, and anatomic distribution of fractures due to ATV use in children and teens. Read more for details, along with safety tips for families.