by Discover Wisconsin | Mar 27, 2020 | Things To Do
Although it is difficult to predict which children will develop asthma, studies have identified certain risk factors for asthma in children: Diagnosed allergies, including skin and food allergies or allergic rhinitis (hay fever) A family history of allergies or asthma...
by Discover Wisconsin | Mar 12, 2020 | Things To Do
Many people like to ask me what works to stop cyberbullying when it happens. While I have some ideas on this question (over 15 years of studying the problem will lead to more than a few thoughts!), Sameer and I also like to hear directly from students about what they...
by Discover Wisconsin | Mar 12, 2020 | Things To Do
Overall, it is socially acceptable to see a medical professional when you are having a health problem. If you are having chest pains, you see a cardiologist. If you have a broken bone, you get an x-ray. If you need a mole removed, you see a dermatologist. But if you...
by Discover Wisconsin | Mar 5, 2020 | Things To Do
Your sweet child has had changes in sleep and appetite, doesn’t want to do the things that they normally like, and seems sad or irritable. Could it be childhood depression? If these changes have lasted for over two weeks it may be time to have your kiddo assessed....
by Discover Wisconsin | Feb 17, 2020 | Things To Do
Technology allows us to be constantly connected, and no age group knows this better than our children and teenagers. In fact, a recent Pew Research study showed that 95% of U.S. teens have access to smartphones and 45% are online almost constantly! It can seem...
