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Evaluation Of Screen Time In Children, Mohammad Mertaban
Evaluation Of Screen Time In Children, Mohammad Mertaban
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
An evaluation of screen time and media use in children. This project looks to education healthcare practitioners about the effects of current media practices in the United States on children. A presentation was given to healthcare practitioners at a family medicine practice and a brochure was created to distribute to families in the waiting room. Practitioners reported an increase in knowledge regarding the subject of screen time in children, an increase in their comfort level in in discussing these effects with patients, and increase in their ability to effectively communicate the media guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Childhood Obesity: A National Emergency, Elaine E. Wang
Childhood Obesity: A National Emergency, Elaine E. Wang
Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects
Childhood obesity rates and the related public health costs are rising every year. Many projects have addressed family education on the importance of diet and exercise. However, though patients reportedly understand this concept, they are still have challenges implementing their knowledge. We seek to address this discrepancy with an educational brochure based on suggestions for parents from the American Academy of Pediatrics.