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Sometimes, it might be hard to understand your teen. When that happens, step back for a moment and shut your eyes. Remember your teenage self, at say, age 15. What did you look like? Who were you friends with? Did you have any challenges? The answer is probably yes.
From acne, to breakups, to finding out who your real friends are, teens have a lot on their plates. They are still figuring it all out. While you can’t exactly put yourself in your teen’s shoes, you can do your best from a parent point of view to help them navigate through life’s changes and challenges. Here are a few they might face.
Teens today aren’t just dealing with bullying at school, but online, too. Encourage your teen to be open and honest with you and always take the time to listen. Depending on the severity of the bullying, it is usually best to not give the bully a reaction. Teach the importance of confidence and ignoring petty comments. If your child is being severely bullied at school, make a teacher or administrator aware of the situation.
If your teen is going through a breakup, they may likely distance themselves and can sink into a state of depression. It’s important to give him or her time to grieve, but also to show sympathy. Never downplay the emotions they are going through, as the pain is quite real for them. Offer to listen when your teen is ready but don’t force the conversation. Avoid giving advice until they’re ready to talk.
Teenagers can be mean at times. If your teen is being left out, listen to the problem at hand and try to come up with a solution. Encourage him or her to invite other friends over or plan a fun outing or party. You should also make it a point to be a friend to your teen, too. Do fun things together such as going shopping or for a bike ride, just as a friend would. Friendships and groups often shift and change through the teenage years.
Puberty brings a lot of changes into your teen’s life. Expect that he or she will want more privacy during this time, but be sure to reassure them that the changes they’re going through are normal and that they’re not the only one. Be open to letting your teen try new products that will help them to feel better about themselves, such as facial cleansers, deodorant and razors.
There will be days when your teen wants nothing to do with you, but it will pass. For those days when your teen doesn’t want to talk, remind them that they can always turn to the Just for Teens section for advice on tough topics.
With our Patient Portals, you can easily manage your child’s health online with 24/7 access to their medical record.
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By visiting UPMC Children’s Express Care, our after-hours clinic, your child will receive the same specialized pediatric care you’ve come to expect from your UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics pediatrician. Open conveniently on evenings and weekends, your child can receive care for minor injuries and illnesses when your pediatrician’s office is closed for the day.
Learn more about our services or find a location near you.
In the case of a serious emergency, call 911 or go to the emergency room.
Paying your bill has never been easier. UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics offers you an easy and secure method for paying bills online for well and sick appointments as well as behavioral health visits.
Pay Your Bill Online
For questions regarding your billing statement, please call the UPMC CCP Billing Office at 1-888-857-7646 or email CCPBilling@chp.edu.
Are you passionate about caring for children? UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics offers the opportunity for you to apply your unique skills in pediatric medicine and to make an impact on children’s lives.
We are seeking candidates for full-time, part-time, casual, and temporary positions at our locations throughout 12 counties in western Pennsylvania.
To apply, visit the UPMC Careers website.
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For administrative inquiries, please call 724-933-1100 or 1-888-857-7646.
Should a concern about your experience at UPMC CCP arise, please discuss it with your child’s pediatrician. If the concern remains unresolved, please email your concern to our patient relations specialist at ccpconfidential@chp.edu. We will investigate your concern and provide you with a response. Contacting our patient relations specialist will not negatively affect your care.