Learn about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and what you can do to help your child at home and at school.
Discover the main signs and symptoms of ADHD in school-aged children and teens.
Find out how structure, consistency and clear communication can help you support a child with ADHD symptoms.
Discover the main features and causes of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, which affects one in 20 children.
Find out how medications can work with behavioural treatment to help a child with ADHD symptoms.
Find out how to work with your child's school to support your child with ADHD.
Learn about how acute myeloid leukemia (AML) develops and what factors may affect the development of the disease.
Learn how to support a child with epilepsy who experiences some of the cognitive consequences associated with the condition.
Missing school because of an illness is not easy for children or their parents. Without daily contact with classmates and teachers, it can be hard for a child to keep in touch and feel connected with school.
Therapeutic clown Soleil and Child Life Specialist Rachel share tips to help us cope when we are in pain. Deep breathing, using a Hoberman sphere (breathing ball), is featured in this video.
Find resources on how to support your child's mental health and general well-being through physical activity, sleep and nutrition.
During the school-age years, your child will demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for learning. Find out more about this developmental phase, and whether your child is on track to achieving specific milestones.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and Librarian, Brian, practice book stretching.
A child or teen may turn to self-harm as a way of responding to distress. Find out about the main causes and coping methods.
Most parents of children living with epilepsy are concerned about aspects of their child’s behaviour. Varying behaviors can be expected from a child with epilepsy. Learn about causes of behavioural changes and how to manage them.
Dr. Cheddar video chats with Dr. Ronald Cohn (Dr. Ronni), president and CEO of SickKids. Dr. Ronni helps answer viewer questions about the COVID-19 virus.
Find out how you can find a sense of peace when your world seems overwhelming or when things are getting you down.
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common childhood cancer. Learn about how this cancer develops and what factors may affect the development of the disease.
Read about ways to help a child improve their visual-motor skills.
Practical tips for parents to nurture spatial reasoning skills in their child.
Learn about CYP2D6, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Emily shares a brain break that focuses on breathing. This type of breathing is called 'shape' breathing. For this activity, you will be making a star and rainbow shape with your body. Which shape was your favourite?
Join SickKids' therapeutic clown, Fern, as she learns about being a flu fighter with child life specialist, Rachael.
Take a break with Emily as she does this kid-friendly 5 4 3 2 1 grounding exercise. Brain breaks are activities that help us calm our brains and relax our bodies!
Therapeutic clown A. Leboo and Child Life Specialist Katie help us relax our minds by listening to calming music and doing breathing exercises. Get ready for your day by trying these exercises.
