It’s normal for teens to feel anxious during this period of their lives, and we want them to know they’re not alone. We checked in with our teen advisory council to see how COVID-19 has impacted them, and their advice for other teens.
Cyberbullying and COVID-19
As children and teens spend more time online during the COVID-19 pandemic, cyberbullying may increase as well. A CHOC psychologist offers tips for parents.
Teen advisers offer tips on avoiding peer pressure to vape
The dramatic rise in vaping among teens is alarming to pediatricians and parents alike. It’s common for teens’ first exposure to vaping to come as an effect of peer pressure.
Can HPV really lead to cervical cancer?
An adolescent medicine specialist at CHOC Children’s offers facts on HPV and explains how it can indeed lead to cervical cancer.