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This episode is about the effects of screen time on kids from 13-25 years old. We discuss the actual changes in the brain and some ways to set healthy limits on a child’s screen time. I will go into uncommon depth on common topics to explain the ordinary in a new way!#dopamine, #socialmediaResources: 1. Questionnaire for Problematic screen use: https://www.healthyscreens.com/scale 2. Links to PRIUSS 3 question and 18 question scales - https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/media-and-children/center-of-excellence-on-social-media-and-youth-mental-health/qa-portal/qa-portal-library/qa-portal-library-questions/social-media-screening-questions-for-electronic-medical-record-systems/?srsltid=AfmBOoohUrsVi4ZBBvDlSRu6fNAQlZnh0hyw-4leivfVlGqUmy1o2VLU3. 1 in 4 kids stay inside: https://www.savethechildren.org.uk/news/media-centre/press-releases/2022/children-today-far-less-likely-to-play-outside-than-their-grandparents4. Image of dopamine pathway in brain - https://somaticmovementcenter.com/dopamine/5. What is Dopamine article - https://www.simplypsychology.org/the-role-of-dopamine-as-a-neurotransmitter-in-the-human-brain.html6. Study on how rollout of facebook affected mental health of college students - https://pubs.aeaweb.org/doi/pdfplus/10.1257/aer.202112187. Study linking MRI results to Dopamine pathways - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35895476/8. Study on the effects of sleep on teens on academic testing https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39283917/9. Meta-analysis study showing negative effects of screen time of multiple behaviors - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38030217/10. Study showing that decreasing screen time improves behavior and social interactions https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2821176?utm_source=openevidence&utm_medium=referral11. Study showing that more media time increases family conflict: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40742773/12. NPR article about effects of screen time and social media on the mental health crisis - https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/04/25/1171773181/social-media-teens-mental-health#:~:text=Not%20surprisingly%2C%20all%20this%20screen,is%20a%20really%20serious%20problem.%2213. Definition of addiction: https://www.asam.org/quality-care/definition-of-addiction14. CDC study on screen time in teens by different demographics and rates of anxiety/depression - https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db513.htm15. Functional MRI study in 2021 on sleep - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33615598/

This episode is about the effects of screen time on kids from birth to 12 years old. We discuss the actual changes in the brain and some ways to set healthy limits on a child’s screen time. I will go into uncommon depth on common topics to explain the ordinary in a new way!#sarasultz, #pediatrics, #screentime, #educateme, #dopamine References:Article from Harvard about effect of screen time on the brainhttps://hms.harvard.edu/news/screen-time-brain?utm_source=chatgpt.comArticle about MRI scans that show effect of screen time on kids 3-5 years old: https://scienceblog.cincinnatichildrens.org/screen-usage-linked-to-differences-in-brain-structure-in-young-children/?utm_source=chatgpt.comAt the end of this article, there are several more studies mentioned that link effects of books versus digital content and the effects seen on learning, focus, and creativity.The actual study discussed in this article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-022-20922-0Article about Cerebral Cortex – source of brain imageshttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23073-cerebral-cortexMeta-analysis about effect of screen time in JAMA in 2022: Eirich R, McArthur BA, Anhorn C, McGuinness C, Christakis DA, Madigan S. Association of Screen Time With Internalizing and Externalizing Behavior Problems in Children 12 Years or Younger: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Psychiatry. 2022;79(5):393–405. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2022.0155https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/2790338?utm_source=openevidence&utm_medium=referralMeta-analysis about effect of violent video games on behavior: Prescott AT, Sargent JD, Hull JG. Metaanalysis of the relationship between violent video game play and physical aggression over time. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2018 Oct 2;115(40):9882-9888. doi: 10.1073/pnas.1611617114. PMID: 30275306; PMCID: PMC6176643.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30275306/Handout on pros and cons of screen use from ABCD study:https://abcdstudy.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screen-Time-ENGLISH.pdfCreate a personalized Family Media Plan:https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/How-to-Make-a-Family-Media-Use-Plan.aspx?_gl=1*1t2oja8*_ga*NzIzODg0NTk1LjE3NTQzMzc3OTI.*_ga_FD9D3XZVQQ*czE3NTQzMzc3OTEkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQzNDA2NDAkajYwJGwwJGgw

This episode is about the new Texas law that bans student cell phone use in all public and charter schools across the state. We discuss the pros and cons of this decision as well as some exceptions to the law. I will go into uncommon depth on common topics to explain the ordinary in a new way!#sarasultz, #pediatrics, #Housebill1481, #educatemeResources:-97% of kids use their phone at school - https://www.k12dive.com/news/teen-cell-phone-use-schools/694901/?utm_source=chatgpt.com-Actual wording of House Bill 1481: https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB01481F.htm-ABCD Study website – ABCDstudy.org-‘The Coddling of the American Mind’ book on Amazon - https://a.co/d/5Zzo6Ku-Article about pros and cons of phones in schools, especially during an emergency: https://www.edweek.org/technology/school-shootings-are-fueling-the-debate-over-cellphones-in-class/2022/06-Rutger study on effect of phones on grades:https://www.rutgers.edu/news/cellphone-distraction-classroom-can-lead-lower-grades-rutgers-study-finds-Study in England about effect of removing phones on grades:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0927537116300136

This episode continues to follow a newborn in the hospital as she gets ready for discharge. We discuss the newborn hearing screen, car seat safety, and care of a newborn after discharge. I will go into uncommon depth on common topics to explain the ordinary in a new way!#drsultz, #newmom, #newborncare, #educatemeResources:Transcript from presentation by Christine Yoshinaga-Itano about development of successful newborn hearing screening program in Colorado and US. https://tlr-hub.asha.org/cred/universal-newborn-hearing-screening-the-evolution-of-a-public-health-revolution/Information about Texas law for newborn hearing screening. https://www.dshs.texas.gov/texas-early-hearing-detection-intervention-tehdiExplanation of current newborn hearing screening testing. Table 1 has top 10 risk factors for hearing loss. https://www.nature.com/articles/pr2016250The history of car seats:https://www.chiccousa.com/baby-talk/the-history-of-car-seats/?srsltid=AfmBOopQtROnrGUmeJymRar6Qib5BIjukEaCHepxundGL7k07Nd4UYWZTexas law about child safety seats – Sec. 545.412 - https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/TN/htm/TN.545.htm#545.412NHTSA instructions on car seat safety and where to get your seat installation checked - https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/car-seats-and-booster-seats#installation-help-inspectionhttps://www.chiccousa.com/baby-talk/newborn-car-seat-position/?srsltid=AfmBOoqKxNDG5kt3HLtAvLKTeDZfwKlMo9Qof_maPRBYOzxyhyH9wxPJAAFP article about newborn exam and criteria for discharge. https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/0901/p289.htmlDischarge instruction handout from UCLA. https://www.uclahealth.org/sites/default/files/documents/NewbornGeneralInstructions.pdfRate of seizures in newborns https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2599/

This episode continues to follow a newborn through the first few days of life and various issues that may be encountered, focusing on head size, bilirubin levels, and newborn screen. I will go into uncommon depth on common topics to explain the ordinary in a new way!Resources:Article on newborn skull anatomy:https://www.uhhospitals.org/health-information/health-and-wellness-library/article/pediatric-diseases-and-conditions-v0/anatomy-of-the-newborn-skullWebsite for calculating risk for hyperbilirubinemia: https://bilitool.orgMayo Clinic article on jaundice: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/infant-jaundice/symptoms-causes/syc-20373865Article about why we do newborn screening and Texas list of disorders:https://www.genome.gov/genetics-glossary/Newborn-Genetic-Screeninghttps://www.dshs.texas.gov/newborn-screening-program/newborn-screening-disorders

This episode continues to follow a newborn through the first few days of life and various issues that may be encountered, focusing on temperature and weight loss. I will go into uncommon depth on common topics to explain the ordinary in a new way!Resources:Information and tips for temperature regulation in newborn. https://utswmed.org/medblog/newborn-temperature-regulation/Data showing percentage of babies with significant weight loss and medical outcomes. National Guideline Alliance (UK). Faltering Growth – recognition and management. London: National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE); 2017 Sep. (NICE Guideline, No. 75.) 4, Weight loss in the early days of life. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK536449/

This video continues on the journey of a newborn that is only a few hours after birth, focusing on the Vitamin K and Hepatitis B treatments to the end of the 1st day. So much can happen in so little time, so please join us!Resources: 1.     Brief Overview of Vitamin K. https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/clinical-guidelines/vitamink.html2.     McNinch AW, Tripp JH. Haemorrhagic disease of the newborn in the British Isles: two year prospective study. BMJ 1991;303:1105–93.     Nmadu YW, Bernhard J, Klawinski A, Klawinski D, Shah C, Nakagawa T. A Case of Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding in a Newborn: Catastrophic Yet Preventable. Cureus. 2024 Jul 8;16(7):e64098. doi: 10.7759/cureus.64098. PMID: 39114237; PMCID: PMC11305608.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11305608/4.     AAP history and guidelines for Vitamin K in the newborn. https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/149/3/e2021056036/184866/Vitamin-K-and-the-Newborn-Infant?autologincheck=redirected5.     Vaccine product insert for Hepatitis B vaccine – ENGERIX-B https://www.fda.gov/media/119403/download6.     Mayo Clinic Hepatitis B vaccine description. https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/hepatitis-b-vaccine-intramuscular-route/description/drg-200687007.     Conis E. "Do we really need hepatitis B on the second day of life?" vaccination mandates and shifting representations of hepatitis B. J Med Humanit. 2011 Jun;32(2):155-66. doi: 10.1007/s10912-010-9132-2. PMID: 21225327; PMCID: PMC3092064. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3092064/8.     Lao TT. Long-term persistence of immunity after hepatitis B vaccination: Is this substantiated by the literature? Hum Vaccin Immunother. 2017 Apr 3;13(4):918-920. doi: 10.1080/21645515.2016.1267084. Epub 2017 Mar 1. PMID: 28277087; PMCID: PMC5404367. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5404367/9.     Rate of Hepatitis B transmission in blood products https://www.uptodate.com/contents/image?imageKey=HEME/69661

This video continues on the journey of a newborn that is only a few hours old, focusing on the newborn exam and erythromycin eye ointment. I will go into uncommon depth on common topics to explain the ordinary in a new way! #educatememd #newmom

This video describes a healthy birth and newborn care from a pediatrician who has attended many deliveries! We discuss the first feed, glucose levels, temperature control and even the importance of the first poop. Join us to walk through the first few hours after birth!References:1.     https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/12578-kangaroo-care2.     https://www.healthline.com/health/newborn-glucose-level#newborn-glucose-levels