March 2022

Two pediatric health care providers assess the mental and academic health of our pediatric population as we mark year 3 of the pandemic.

Acne, molluscum, atopic dermatitis, and other dermatological disorders can be detrimental to quality of life for children and their families.

Now that major medical organizations have declared a youth mental health crisis, what can pediatricians do to advocate for change?

Children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) should receive a yearly screening to identify stroke risk, but a new investigation indicates that many affected children may not be getting it.

A 26-month-old boy presents for mild altered mental status and balance issues following a fall the day before. There was no loss of consciousness or vomiting but he subsequently complained of left-sided head pain. What's the diagnosis?

For adolescent patients, psychosocial concerns can be an important part of care and routine validated screening can help pediatricians determine which patients may require extra care or even a specialist.

An investigation examines the efficacy of using a bowel management program for rectal prolapse.

More and more, pediatricians are called on to treat symptoms of anxiety and depression. Here’s what to do before prescribing.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been full of difficult situations for children, from education disruptions to lack of socialization at important developmental stages. It's also left many children without parents or caregivers. What can clinicians do to help these children?

Primary care clinicians play an essential role as first responders to children’s emotional and behavioral problems.

Temperature checks are a common, routine element of many well-child visits, but an investigation looks into whether they really should be so routine.