$1.92 Million Grant Funds Research into Pain Management Techniques for Kids
August 22, 2022
Could mind-body pain management techniques replace medication for kids with chronic conditions?
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The Emotional Effects of Wildfires and Natural Disasters
December 18, 2019
Fire season can be terrifying—especially if wildfires come close to your home or force you to flee for safety. It’s important for parents to understand how these experiences and other disasters like
A Game Changer: Virtual Reality Reduces Pain and Anxiety in Children
August 25, 2021
A study at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles shows that engaging in VR can reduce pain and anxiety in children undergoing painful medical procedures and reduce the need for anesthesia.
ADHD and Your Child: A Q&A With One of Our Experts
April 5, 2013
Stephanie Marcy, PhD, offers answers to frequently asked questions about ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
Resilience Helps Kids Recover from Trauma and How Parents Can Support Them
May 15, 2013
Two CHLA psychologists offer advice on helping your child deal with trauma.
Fear Factor: A New Genetic Candidate for Treating PTSD
June 22, 2016
Researchers at The Saban Research Institute of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles have identified a new genetic candidate for testing therapies that might affect fear learning in people with PTSD or
$1.92 Million Gift Funds Research to Study Integrative Medicine Practices for Pediatric Pain Management
August 10, 2022
The Carl F. Braun Trust awards Children’s Hospital Los Angeles $1.92 million to conduct research on integrative techniques to alleviate pain in children.
Feeding Therapies for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: What Physicians and Clinicians Should Know
April 5, 2021
It is estimated that 50-90% of children with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis have food selectivity. A Children's Hospital Los Angeles occupational therapist shares information on feeding
Understanding the Link Between Brain and Gut
October 29, 2014
Through both aspects of this study, researchers hope to better understand the relationship between constipation and behavior, and use this knowledge to improve treatments for children with autism and