AAP.org Your Vote Counts!Voting is underway. Log in to MyAAP to access election ballots. Pictures Speak: Helping Teens Capture Resilience in Face of Adversity A FACE Poverty initiative focused on adolescent depression. Vote Kids Children can't vote, but pediatricians and others who care for children can. In this video, pediatricians share why they will vote with children in mind. News & Features Circadian Rhythms & Daytime Sleepiness in Teens Daytime sleepiness and a circadian-based eveningness chronotype are stronger predictors of poor self-regulation than a short amount of nighttime sleep. Homework New research finds that the more time children spend using digital devices, the less likely they are to finish their homework. featured Children’s Media Use AAP is releasing new policy recommendations and resources to help families maintain a healthy media diet. Sharenting What parents share with others about their children in today's digital age presents new and often unanticipated risks. Motor Vehicle Crashes Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death among children in the United States. featured Safe Sleep New reccomendations to decrease the risks of sleep-related deaths in infants. Indoor Environmental Exposure in Childhood Asthma Reducing the exposure a child with asthma has to indoor allergens and pollutants, such as dust mites and second-hand cigarette smoke, can be as effective as medications to control the disease. featured Ivy & Bean Precocious children's book characters Ivy + Bean are teaming up to educate about the importance of immunizations Disparities in Smoking Susceptibility Found in Study Hispanic youths were more susceptible to smoking than their non-Hispanic peers, especially at ages 12 and 16. Children in Foster Care Struggle more with Physical and Mental Health Issues The study compared the health and well-being of children placed in foster care versus that of children in the general population. Children Who Received Forms of CAM Care Less Likely to Be Vaccinated for Flu U.S. children may be less likely to receive influenza vaccinations who have used CAM care. ‘Housing First’ Approach to Homeless Youth Improves housing stability by offering other services in traditional approaches. Older Teens’ Exercise Habits Follow Them into Adulthood Students’ activity levels from 10th grade through the first year after high school were assessed. Codeine Too Risky for Kids, Urges Restrictions On Use The AAP is urging parents and health providers to stop giving codeine to children. Characteristics of Suicide in Elementary School-Aged Children Characteristics of young children who died by suicide were examined. Baby-Led Weaning and Choking Risks A new method of introducing solid foods (complementary foods) is gaining popularity and raising concerns that it may increase risk of choking for infants. Collaborative Care Approach Reduces Post-Concussive Symptoms in Teens Sports-related concussions are a growing concern among parents due to concerns about long-term health problems. Dosing Errors with Liquid Meds More than 80% of 2,110 parents made at least one dosing error when dispensing liquid medication. Concussion Dramatic Rise in Soccer-Injuries As U.S. youth soccer participation soared in recent decades, so did the rate of injuries–especially concussions. Flu Recommendations 2016-2017 The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all children ages 6 months and older receive a seasonal flu shot during the 2016-17 season. View All AAP Resources Election 2016: #VoteKids Our message is simple, #VoteKids and help the AAP be a voice for children this election. Section on Pediatric Trainees (SOPT) SOPT provides opportunities and resources for pediatric trainees on advocacy, education, networking, and leadership. AAP SmartBrief Sign up for this free daily publication and receive quick, easy-to-read summaries of articles relevant to you and the broader health of all children. Blueprint for Children How the next president can build a foundation for a healthy future. Health Topics Epilepsy in Pediatrics Information necessary to provide care to children and youth with epilepsy. Newborn Screening for Congenital Heart Defects Answers and resources for primary care pediatricians. Poverty & Child Health 1 in 5 US children lives in poverty, and is an important determinant of child health. AAP Provides resources to help pediatricians caring for children in poverty. 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