It’s hard to believe that summer is coming to an end and school is beginning in just a few weeks. For students and parents, the end of August is a time for preparation and new school year resolutions. It’s the season for back-to-school shopping, returning to a regular sleep schedule, and finishing up summer reading and math packets. Be Well has posted blogs about this important time of year many times before. Here are eight helpful posts to aid in the transition from summer to fall.
What to Do When Kids Refuse to Go to School
Back-to-school season can bring excitement and curiosity—but also anxiety that, for some kids, leads to school refusal. Dr. Jennifer Herren of the Pediatric Anxiety Research Center shares insights and strategies to help parents address it.
How to Pack a Backpack Right, Light and Tight
Did you know 79% of U.S. students carry backpacks, and over half are too heavy—causing back pain that can last into adulthood? Rehab Services OT Kayla Pirri shares tips for backpack safety.
Keeping Food Allergies in Check at School
Nearly six million U.S. children have food allergies, and one-third are allergic to multiple foods. Tao Zheng, MD, of Hasbro Children’s Pediatric Asthma, Allergy and Immunology Clinic, offers advice for parents on keeping kids safe at school.
When is a Belly Ache Not Just a Belly Ache?
Tummy or belly aches are the bread and butter of common childhood complaints. Did you know being tired or upset can even trigger a belly ache? Dr. Carolina Cerezo, a pediatric gastroenterologist and medical director of the Feeding Program at Hasbro Children’s, talks about common causes and when it could be a sign of something more serious.
School, Anxiety and Kids
As with any change or transition, starting school in September can trigger anxiety and stress. Dr. Amy Egolf and Marika Marklin from the Pediatric Anxiety Research Center offer answers to some questions about how to reduce that anxiety this coming fall.
Five Tips to Manage Back-To-School Anxiety (Parents’ that is!)
It’s fairly easy to recognize the back-to-school jitters that emerge in children come autumn, but what’s less commonly understood are the anxieties that parents exhibit during this stressful transition period. Provided in this blog are five ways you can ease your child’s worries while ensuring your own peace of mind.
Preparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences
Whether sending a kindergartener or middle schooler back to class, staying engaged with their education is key. Child and adolescent psychiatry fellow Zachary Engler, MD, shares how to prepare for parent-teacher conferences, set action plans, and support learning at home.
10 Tips for College Students with Diabetes
Going to your first year of college is stressful for anyone, but there is an added anxiety for students with diabetes. Jose Bernardo Quintos, MD, director of the division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, gives 10 tips for diabetics to plan and begin this new phase of life.
Most Young Adults Feel Overwhelmed. Do You?
The modern social and academic demands of the world can be difficult for young adults. For those with a mental illness, it can be even more challenging. Dr. Meesha Ahuja, a psychiatrist and the clinical director of the Young Adult Outpatient Psychiatry program, talks about common challenges and where young adults can seek support.
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