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Parenting Advice From Your Physicians at Kaiser Permanente

Is My Child Depressed?
January 2, 2022 In Behavior

Is My Child Depressed?

Depression is persistent sadness or low mood and loss of interest that interferes with daily activities. While you might attribute this to your child “going through a phase” or having changing hormones, it may be depression. Depression lasts even after circumstances change for the better.

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Why Talk to Your Children About Racism?
June 2, 2021 In Family Life

Why Talk to Your Children About Racism?

As parents, we want to protect our little ones from harm and any cruel realities in our society. As an African American mother, wife, and pediatrician, I know firsthand this can be a difficult feat. My husband and I have conversations regularly with our boys to let them know what to do when they’re treated unfairly. We also build self-esteem by encouraging them to be proud of their heritage and history. We started these conversations during their preschool years, much sooner than I ever thought I’d have to.

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