Category Archives: children

ADHD

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Dr. Dean Ferber

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivy Disorder) is estimated to affect 8 to 10% of school-age children. According to the AMA, diagnosis depends on a complete evaluation because there is no test available that can determine the presence of ADHD in a … Continue reading →

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Childhood Ear Infections

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Dr. Dean Ferber

Ear Infections are the most common illness children experience. They mean severe pain, missed school days, and increased doctor visits. The cause of most these infections is a block in the Eustachian tubes in the ear. Fluid in the ear … Continue reading →

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Backpack Checklist

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Dr. Dean Ferber

Is your child’s (or teen’s) backpack hurting his or her back? Backpacks are important to kids and required by most schools. The kids in your life usually know exactly the one they want at the beginning of each new school … Continue reading →

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