Connecting Wellness in Mind, Body and Spirit through Evidence-Based Research
Today's Youth, Tomorrow's Future.
Children and Adolescent Health
Bubbles away, children and adolescent health is on the national agenda as a result of new discoveries related to developmental milestones in cognitive, physiological, and social-emotional development. The obesity crisis among youth has also caused concern prompting new policies and legislation to introduce healthier menu selections in schools and colleges. The importance of incorporating holistic practices early in life can foster lifelong gains. Moving youth away from sugary drinks and candy to fresh fruit and a solid meal will improve mental clarity and physical fitness. Click on one of the topics in the list below to encourage positive and healthy development in your child:
Social-emotional development
Cognitive development
Childhood transitions
Self-esteem/image
Health/nutrition
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Aspergers Syndrome
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Effective communication
Effects of the social media
Expectations/boundaries
Suicide rates
Gender Identity
Disease/immunizations
Sexual exploration/HPV//HIV
Cultural and value systems
Fostering respect
Character development
Positive discipline
Mind, Body and Spirit Connections
IS THERE A LINK BETWEEN VACCINES AND AUTISM?
12/2014 - Voice of America News
"The US Finds No Link Between Vaccines and Autism "
The recent controversial debate related to the ingredient thimerosal has escalated. Thimerosal is a preservative containing mercury is used in vaccines. The preservative has created distress among parents.
12.5 MILLION CHILDREN ARE OVERWEIGHT OR OBESE IN THE U.S.
"The Childhood Obesity Epidemic"
The research shows 12.5 million youth are experiences problems with weigth control. This is not only unhealthy but can lower the self-image of the youth.
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