May 4, 2022
ARE THE PARENTS ALRIGHT?
SickKids VS Parent Stress (Part 1)
Parents of babies born with extreme medical needs are at high risk of stress, anxiety, and depression. One doctor took notice. She reveals a new type of care that could help families across the country during a critical moment: the rocky return home from the hospital.
Videos
Addressing Your Negative Thoughts
Becoming an Advocate for Fellow Parents
CTV News video on the study to support parents
Related Extras
- Read more about Dr. Julia Orkin
- A summary of what the team behind CCENT is trying to answer
- A Toronto Star article on how families of complex care patients like Owen often need care as well
- A project update on CCENT
- The source for a parent’s quote cited in this podcast
- Commentary about the use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in the neonatal intensive care unit
Learn more from AboutKidsHealth.ca, a health education website for children, youth and caregivers that is written and approved by the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids):
- Dr. Julia Orkin, MD (SickKids)
- Dr. Eyal Cohen, MD (SickKids)
- Dr. Nathalie Major, MD (CHEO)
- Dr. Paige Church, MD (Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre)
As a SickKids Foundation writer, Hannah works closely with world-renowned SickKids scientists, physicians, and researchers, turning dense medical jargon into engaging content about the latest research and treatments for kids. She’s inspired by the hope and perseverance of young patients and their families, a fantastic team of colleagues, and her three young girls at home.
