Back to School Tips for Parents and Kids
Starting a new school year can be a very exciting time but also a stressful one for parents and students. For parents with questions or concerns, here are some basic tips to help you and your family prepare, and ensure that everyone has a happy and successful year....
How Much Do You Know About Breast Cancer? Take the Quiz
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, yet there are many misconceptions about the disease. Improving your knowledge is one way you can fight it. Can you separate myth from...
How Can I Manage Social Anxiety? Three Tips From a Mount Sinai Psychologist
Avoiding other people from time to time is normal. But if you isolate yourself out of fear of embarrassment or rejection, you may have social anxiety disorder. In this Q&A, Charissa Chamorro, PhD, a Mount Sinai clinical psychologist, explains how to know if you...
Taking Supplements? Use This Guide to Make Smart Choices
From turmeric capsules to muscle-building powders like creatine, many people are turning to herbal and dietary supplements. While supplements are generally harmless when taken in moderation, some pose health risks, including unpredictable liver problems, especially...
How Can I Create Healthier Phone Habits? Three Tips From a Mount Sinai Psychologist
Phones have become a necessary part of life, but if you find yourself mindlessly scrolling or constantly reaching for your phone out of boredom, you may have a phone addiction. “Addiction isn’t just about substances—it can also be behavioral,” says Naomi Dambreville,...
Do I Need a Midwife?
Some people might think that midwives are just for pregnant people, but that is not true. Midwives provide specialized care throughout the reproductive journey, from adolescence, through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and menopause.“We care for people across all stages...
Why Are Vaccines Important?
Vaccines strengthen your body’s natural defenses. They are the safest and most effective way to protect yourself and your family from many preventable diseases, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Vaccines are one of the few ways we...
The Benefits of Social Skills Groups for Autistic Individuals: Improving Communication and Relationships
For the last three years, the Seaver Autism Center has offered clinical social skills groups at The Mount Sinai Hospital. These groups are free of charge to families, thanks to generous grant donations from RVC Blue Speaks. The Seaver Center provides hundreds of...
Four Simple, Healthy Lunchtime Swaps
When lunchtime comes around, most everyone wants something delicious. But few have the time to prepare a nutritious meal. The result: We often settle for standard fare that is high in calories and low in nutrition. But there is a simple option. Make some easy swaps to...