Do 12th graders overdose more on Adderall or cocaine? The answer: Adderall. More youths ages 12–17 die from overdosing on opioid pain killers than they do from illegal drugs such as cocaine. Over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications are often found around the home, so teens have...
It’s finally time for the baby to arrive…. Now what?! Having a newborn can be one of the most joyous times in a young family’s life, but it can also be scary and new. Here are some tips to know what can be expected in this...
The internet has fundamentally changed how most of the world operates, and it has impacted the lives of so many people, especially our children. As parents, we must be conscious of the hidden dangers that lie within the world of social media. Cyberbullying has become a...
Halloween is a fun, spooky time for kids, but can truly be frightening for parents worrying if your kids are safe. Here are some easy tips to keep everyone safe this holiday: Costumes 101 Keep the costumes bright and reflective. Consider adding a strip of reflective tape...
Student athletes have it tough. Early morning practice, afternoon practice, weekend games, late-night studying—it never seems to end. With such a hectic daily schedule, it’s important to create a plan that balances the demands of an athlete and the necessity of living a healthy life....
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (or HFMD) is a common illness seen this time of year. Outbreaks usually peak in the late summer and fall, though it may strike at any time of the year. Children and adults of any age can be affected, but...
Summer is in full swing, so grasses are green, days are long and hot, and in North Texas, allergy season is in full bloom. Since the DFW area has a fairly mild, short winter, we are known for having a lot of allergy-symptom sufferers, not...
Cigarette smoking remains a leading cause of sickness and mortality, responsible for over 400,000 deaths in the United States each year. The popularity of e-cigarettes has grown from this awareness, but these products that claim to be safer and a healthier alternative are just as...
According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, the United States isn’t leading the world in the number of overweight (and obese) children—but we are in the top five. In fact, our country comes in 5th place, but our numbers are still dangerously high....
For a lot of families, screen time is a regular part of day-to-day life. The technology that we have at our disposal is truly amazing, and the information available at our fingertips is endless. But it’s true that you can have too much of a...
