Psychology & Psychiatry

Q&A: Helping kids adjust to school

My family is gearing up for the new school year, and I'm a bit worried about how my kids will adjust to being back in the classroom after the summer break. They seem excited yet nervous, and I want to ensure they adjust smoothly. ...

Medical economics

Anesthesiology externship program helps grow profession

A unique program that sees students at the Medical College of Georgia working as anesthesia technologists throughout their four years of medical school can influence more of them to pursue the specialty as a career, investigators ...

Pediatrics

Q&A: Back-to-school physicals essential for all ages

I always have a million things to do before my three children return to school. How important are back-to-school physicals, and is it critical to schedule one for my college-bound child and my younger kids?

Neuroscience

Why kids with epilepsy need a seizure action plan

Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes recurring seizures. And it's common. It's estimated that 1 in 26 people develop the disorder, according to the Epilepsy Foundation. It affects people of all genders, races and ages, ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Consumer health: Back to school—and bullying

For many families, the start of school is a busy, exciting time of year. For some students, though, returning to school also means bullying and the feelings of anxiety, sadness, and loneliness bullying can cause.

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