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2021
June
01,
2021
| 11:18 AM America/Chicago
Nine in a series. When we hear the word ‘addiction,’ we often think of drugs and alcohol, but in the 21st century, addiction has taken on a new meaning. Lisa Elliott, Ph.D., psychologist and clinic manager of the Behavioral
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2018
February
22,
2018
| 15:21 PM America/Chicago
Commonly recommended ways to prevent constipation are to drink water, exercise, and eat fruits, vegetables and fiber-rich foods. Yet even when we use these techniques, our children still sometimes get constipated. Whether its contributing to stomach
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2015
September
22,
2015
| 10:04 AM America/Chicago
Your child is showing signs of or has been diagnosed with ADHD. What do you do next? The first line of treatment for children with ADHD are behavioral options. I never ask (or let) a family jump first to medication if they haven't
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April
09,
2015
| 09:32 AM America/Chicago
Prom is a rite of passage for many teens, but it can also result in a situation where your son or daughter might feel pressure to do more than dance.“Prom, graduation and end-of-the-school-year parties are exciting times for teens,” said
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2014
July
08,
2014
| 10:43 AM America/Chicago
Cook Children’s has given me a new official title, Medical Advisor for Digital Health ... it’s a little formal for me but, you know?I considered suggesting Physician Director for Social Media and Related Technologies (or MD for SMARTs)
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