Whether you’re a teenager or you’re a parent trying to raise a teen, we are here to help you navigate the ups and downs of adolescence!
Your pediatrician is one of the best resources you have. At Young Pediatrics, we are accessible, knowledgeable, and experienced in identifying and treating mental health disorders. Please contact us if you (your child) have concerns about your (their) mental health.
Teens and Tweens
Find the answers you’re looking for here! We love talking with our teens so please ask us anything when you come for a visit. The internet can be a great source of info but be sure you use a trusted source. If something doesn’t seem right, ask your doctor!
Your Questions, Answered.
Questions about: (choose English or Spanish text on these sites)
- Your Mind
- Your Body
- Sexual Health
- Food and Fitness
- Infections
- Diseases and Conditions
- School, Jobs, and Friends
- Safety and First Aid
- Sports
- Videos Check out these short videos – Want to do Yoga at home? Getting a blood draw or procedure? Have a question about strength training? You’ll find answers here.
Feeling Sad or Anxious?
- Having thoughts about suicide? Call a suicide hotline, 988, NOW!
- In the U.S., call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Or use the Lifeline Chat at a 988lifeline.org/chat/. Services are free and confidential.
The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S. has a Spanish language phone line at 1-888-628-9454.
Call 911 immediately if you have attempted a suicide
- How do I know if I have a mental health problem?
- Am I Depressed?
- I feel Anxious.
- Who Can I talk to if I think I have a Mental Health Problem?
- Therapy – What is it and Why should I go?
- OCD Explained
- Signs of an Eating Disorder
- Stress Management Plan
- How Do I know if I have a problem with a substance?
Drugs and Alcohol – Tips and Facts and Answers to Your Questions
- Myths and Facts about Drinking
- Tips for Teens: English and Spanish Versions: The Truth About…
- Questions about Drugs and Alcohol
- Specific Substance Handouts:
What you don’t know about online predators
Who likes sleep? How much do I need and why?
Teens need 8-10 hours of sleep a night
Why is sleep important? Your BRAIN is going through a Growth Spurt! It’s working hard to become faster and more efficient. Not only does sleep help this process, but it also effects your body physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially.
College and Young Adulting
- Graduating from High School? Tips to support parents and teens
- Tips for the College Freshman
- Next Stop Adulthood. Tips for Parents
Privacy Laws - coming soon
Transitioning to Adult Medicine
We have loved caring for you over the years and watching you grow into young adults. Young Pediatrics providers are pediatricians and specialize in pediatric and adolescent medicine. While it may be overwhelming to leave the comfort of your pediatrician, finding a great adult provider is an important part of growing up.
As you turn 21 and/or graduate college, it will be time for your next adventure as a young adult to begin. With that, it is also time for you to transition your healthcare to adult providers.
We are happy to continue as your medical home through age 22, though the transition can begin anywhere between 18-22 years of age. This may be different for youth with special needs, so talk with your provider to determine the best plan of care for them.
We are so proud of you, and it has been an honor to care for you over the years. We would love to hear from you with updates on your future endeavors, and who knows, we may see you in the future as a parent when you have a new little one.
We wish you all the best! Here are a few tips for transitioning to adult care.
- You will need a copy of your vaccine record, which you can download from the portal or request from our office
- Here is the link to request your records be transferred to your new provider: Take a moment to review and understand any medication you are taking, as well as any chronic conditions you have that will be important to share with your new provider.
- Transition Readiness Survey – how prepared are you (or is your teen) for transition.
Where and How do I look for an adult provider
- Ask your parents and trusted adults who they see and decide if this may be a good fit for you
- You will need to look for an internist or a family physician
- Check with your insurance company to see what local providers are on your plan. You can call the number on the back of your card or ask your parents to help you log into the company’s website and check online.
- Local resources: