adolescent – kiddoctorRyan

Why do boys do that?!?

September 29, 2018September 22, 2018 kiddoctorryan

#ParentingBoys @girlology

Sons don't come with instruction manuals https://t.co/YSVXs3Cyyg #BoyMom #Parenting @FightingFrumpy

— Girlology® (@girlology) July 27, 2018

Pediatrics

How does social media make you feel?

September 26, 2018September 21, 2018 kiddoctorryan

#SocialMedia #Emotions #HowAreYouFeeling @girlology

"People who use social media often do report that at certain times when using social media, they have a psychological reaction." @blackdoginst @EmilyBlatchford https://t.co/Eg5wh99Let

— Girlology® (@girlology) June 2, 2018

Medical, Pediatrics

Smartphones and Sexting Among Teens – Talk About The Risks

September 25, 2018September 25, 2018 kiddoctorryan

#StartTheConversation #SexEd #Teens #Smartphones
@Girlology

If you're going to give your #teen a smartphone, there's a good chance that they'll consider sending or receiving sexts. You may want to have an open conversation about sexting and its potential risks. #Parenting #SexEd #Communication #StopTheStigma https://t.co/0xrq3ljfl4

— Girlology® (@girlology) September 19, 2018

Pediatrics

Building Confidence in Girls

September 24, 2018September 21, 2018 kiddoctorryan

#confidence #girlpower #takearisk @girlology

Help her get out of her comfort zone and take risks. #parent @amightygirl @ClaireShipman https://t.co/CU1nVpqeyB

— Girlology® (@girlology) June 15, 2018

Medical, Pediatrics

Feeling Overwhelmed? U.S. Suicide Hotlines, Crisis Numbers

September 22, 2018September 22, 2018 kiddoctorryan

Overwhelmed? In Crisis? Know someone who is?

Reach out for help! – U.S. Crisis Numbers

Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or Chat Online
Teens – Call 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433)
Text ‘Home’ to 741741 – more info about Crisis Textline
If you or someone you know are in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency number
Link to crisis resources outside the U.S.

#GetHelpNow #LetsTalk #pedspearls @RileyChildrens

Suicide is the #2 cause of death in youth 10-24 years old
1 in 8 kids ages 6-12 w/suicidal thoughts

Medical, Pediatrics

Texting, Driving – Parent- Teen Conversation Tips

September 18, 2018September 22, 2018 kiddoctorryan

#TextingDrivingdontmix #staysafe @healthychildren @sdennymd

Studies show that almost half of all teen drivers have texted while driving and text messaging behind the wheel increases the risk of a crash or a near crash by 23 times. Pediatrician Sarah Denny @sdennymd gives tips for parents here: https://t.co/JLi0e5w4Aj pic.twitter.com/w5hvbCe8Km

— Amer Acad Pediatrics (@AmerAcadPeds) September 16, 2018

Medical, Pediatrics

Secondhand smoke dangers for adolescents

September 15, 2018September 22, 2018 kiddoctorryan

Any level affects health of adolescents #secondhandsmoke

There is no safe level of secondhand smoke exposure—more must be done to curb adolescent exposure to secondhand smoke. #Teens #Health #Safety #Smoking https://t.co/mB5zWFUWj6

— Girlology® (@girlology) September 15, 2018