Blog Post
Being a teenager is all about independence and having more control of their lives. Needle fears can get in the way of them taking control of their healthcare. Here is what teens and their adults can do that really helps.
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Downloads
We all do better with a plan! Use this to help teens create one of their very own before their next poke.
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Digital Tool
Meet the monsters helping your teen breathe easier, stress less, and take control during shots. Because doc visits don't have to be the actual worst.
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Podcast
Our very own Dr. Jody Thomas shares her insight on this episode entitled: Helping Kids Cope with Anxieties Around Medical Care and Pain Management.
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Podcast
Dr. Jody Thomas and David Becker join the AAP’s podcast to talk through strategies for taking the pain and fear out of vaccinations.
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Digital Tool
Have no fear, SuperMeg is here! This interactive tech helps your child create a plan for being more calm and comfortable during needle pokes.
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Book
This interactive eBook makes it easy to learn all the ways our free pain management resources can be used to make life easier for you and your patients.
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Digital Tool
Our cute robot friend Spud is here to guide your child to create a plan to feel calm and comfortable during a nasal swab!
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Downloads
Learn comfort positions that allow you to calm and comfort your child while keeping them safe!
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Article
The article from the International Association of Pain Reports reviews the latest research in prevention and treatment of acute and chronic pain in children. Available open source.
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Article
A new large-scale study shows that a quarter of the UK adult population screens positive for a potential injection phobia.
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Book
Pediatric pain specialist Rachel Zoffness offers evidence-based strategies to help teens turn the volume down on chronic pain and illness and get back to living their life.
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