TweetThe more kids watch TV, the more likely they will be overweight. In my clinic, when talking about weight challenges with families, I know my parents have heard this association over and over again. Parents often reply, “We get it.” Even though my families have clearly heard this message before, I am not always sure [...]
Tips for Parents: Social Media and Your Kids
Tweet 1. Get to know this technology. By participating in social media yourself, you will discover the various benefits of these forums. You can learn first-hand about how these areas are used and monitored. As you are just beginning to learn about social media, it is OK to just logon, read, and watch. Once you get more [...]

Did you watch Glee last week? – Finding teachable moments
TweetI am a “Gleek.” I admit it. A Gleek is a self-described lover of Fox’s show, Glee. The show features a diverse group of teens who are in the school’s show choir. Glee focuses on the lives of these teens, in and out of school, while emphasizing certain storyline elements with entertaining Broadway musical-type performances. [...]

Dr. Oz: Autism, fear, and “good TV”
TweetI was looking forward to the Dr. Oz program entitled, “What Causes Autism?” As a pediatrician on the front lines, caring the future generation, I also want to find the answer. I was promised a show reflecting a collaboration of ideas and differing opinions. I wanted to hear about the latest research, the new theories, and [...]




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