By Pam Myers, BSEd
Cyberbullying has increased along with the popularity of the internet. To effectively qualm cyber bullying, it is important not only to know the meaning of cyberbullying, but also how it presents itself and the possible effects. Awareness is the key to preventing any occurrences and to ensure that your children do not become victims.
What one [...]
By Dave Paltin, PhD
The media recently reported that a popular clothing retailer has decided to reintroduce a catalogue that includes semi-nude, young models for distribution to their 18-years-and-older shoppers. Parents of some online gamers have been shocked to discover that some popular games allow sexual dialogue and communication. A popular youth star has been in the media spotlight [...]
By Desmond Lew, MD
Teen males have always found ways to express their testosterone spurts during their formative years. In the past they would find risky activities like climbing trees, skateboarding on ramps, racing dirt bikes, and driving recklessly. I remember growing up and we would punch each other in the arms to see how much pain we could [...]
By Gail Fernandez, MD
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is an eating disorder in which an individual eats large quantities of food, usually very quickly. However, unlike Bulimia, the person does not “purge” the food by vomiting, use of laxatives, or excessive exercise.
A recent study in the International Journal of Eating Disorders by clinical psychologist David M. Dunkley and colleagues at the Jewish [...]
By Pam Myers, BSEd
The jury is out on the longterm effect of cellphone use on kids. Recent research by the nonprofit Environmental Working Group states that the link between radiation from cellphones to cancers of the brain, neck, and head are troubling.   The results are inconclusive but should give parents pause when considering the amount of time a [...]