Search Results for: school
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How Sensory Processing Issues May Affect Kids in School
Many children are picky about their clothes, food, and hobbies. But those who are sensitive to sounds, textures, and more may have a sensory processing disorder.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Video
How UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital’s Inpatient School Ensures Child and Teen Patients’ Schoolwork Doesn’t Fall by the Wayside
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital established its inpatient school in 1990 to help children and teens stay up to date on schoolwork as inpatients.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Hanna’s Story: How One High School Basketball Player Made a Comeback After Physical and Mental Challenges
During an away game in her junior season, Hanna went up for a three-pointer and had her feet taken out from under her by a defensive player. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Back to School Anxiety
Pamela Schoemer, MD from UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics, explains what you can do if your child is experiencing back-to-school anxiety.Listen Now
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Back-to-School Eating: Helping Kids Make Healthy Choices
Teach your child the basics of a balanced meal at home to help ensure your child eats right in school all year. Use these tips.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Healthy School Lunch Ideas
Children need the right mix of foods to fuel them through the day. Find tips for packing healthy lunches for kids.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Article - 7 Minute Read
The 2021 School Year and COVID-19: What to Know
What students, teachers, and staff members can do to limit the risk of COVID-19 during the 2021-22 school year.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Pediatrics
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The Effects of School Bullying
It's common for kids to engage in playful teasing with friends or siblings. When both kids are having fun, it's usually harmless. But, according to KidsHealth.org, when teasing becomes hurtful or mean, is ongoing, or gets physical, it has crossed the line into bullying.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How Parents and Kids Can Deal With Pandemic School Year Stress
The pandemic is adding to back to school stress. What can parents and kids do to get pandemic stress and anxiety under control? We have some tips.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness
