Five practical ways to help reduce stigma around mental illness
Small shifts in our day-to-day lives can go a long way toward reducing a stigma around mental illness. With May being Mental Health Awareness month, there’s no better time than now to help beat the stigma.
Tonsillectomy technique speeds return to normal diet, reduces pain
Less than four hours after her tonsillectomy, Madison had a request: a cheeseburger, please. Madison underwent an intracapsular tonsillectomy, which is championed at CHOC and has shown to result in less bleeding and pain; a reduced need for pain medication; and a rapid return to a normal diet.
Enhancing CHOC magic through the power of Disney stories
A philanthropic initiative from Disney is infusing additional joy and magic into the hospital experience for patients and families.
ADHD in children: What parents should know
It’s estimated that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects up to 5 percent of school-aged children. In this Q & A, a pediatric psychologist helps parents understand what signs to look for, what steps to take if ADHD is suspected, and how parents can support children with the condition.