A recent study found that overpraising a child can lead to greater narcissism. What constitutes overpraising? And what happens if you don’t praise a child enough? Here are some guidelines for praising kids. You also can reward them … but not with food!
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The dangers of fentanyl — one mother’s story
The dangers of fentanyl — one mother’s story
New hope on the horizon for brain tumor patients
Clinical research at The Ivy Center at Swedish offers advanced, personalized care for brain tumors. Learn what’s giving our experts new hope.
Stroke: Symptoms, risk and other tips from a Swedish expert
Stroke: Symptoms, risk and other tips from a Swedish expert
Swedish wants to help you get the care you need, when you need it
Whether it's cold or flu symptoms or a sudden illness or injury, it can be hard to know where to go to seek the right treatment. Here's some guidance to help you decide.
Take a closer look at vision care and make healthy eyes a priority
Remember to make an appointment for your annual eye exam. If you have concerns about your eye health, the experts at Swedish Ophthalmology can help.
Fun in the sun? Remember to protect your skin!
Advice from Swedish experts for protecting your skin and lowering your risk of sun damage and skin cancer.
Not just the baby blues. Swedish experts on postpartum anxiety and depression
With a new baby, most birthing people experience emotional highs and lows. Persistent mood changes and impaired functioning may signal something more serious.
Support for mental wellness and commitment to ending mental health stigmas
Prioritize your mental health. Swedish is here to help.
Women’s Health spotlight: An expert’s take on top health issues women face
Advice from a Swedish expert and resource roundup for Women's Health Month.
Tips for where and how to treat common summertime injuries and illnesses
Summer brings fun and adventure, and sometimes, bumps and bruises. Know where and when to go for treatment when you need it.
Fentanyl deaths and overdoses are spiking. A Swedish expert explains why.
A Swedish behavioral health expert on the dangers of fentanyl and how to get help if you or someone you love is struggling with addiction.
Helping ALS patients preserve their highest quality of life
Swedish is home to a Certified Center of Excellence for ALS care and offers patients the highest levels of multi-disciplinary care.
Cierra Sisters: Breaking the cycle of breast cancer health disparities
For three decades, Swedish has partnered with the Puget Sound-based organization dedicated to empowering and educating Black women who have breast cancer.
An NBA vet shares his story of lifesaving heart surgery and recovery struggle
James Donaldson won an NBA championship with the Seattle Supersonics. Today, he's a mental health advocate who helps others by sharing the story of his near-death experience and rebuilding his life.
Occupational therapy brings patient possibilities to life
At Swedish, our occupational therapists meet patients where they are functionally to help them live as independently as possible.
Transplant nurses help give the gift of life
Two transplant nurses at the Swedish Organ Transplant Center discuss their specialty and the rewards it brings them to share the gift of life.
The CDC has approved a second COVID booster for some. Here’s what to know.
COVID booster guidance has been for the immune compromised and those ages 65 and older has been updated. The FDA also updated booster guidance for kids ages 6 months to 5 years old.
Understanding oral, head and neck cancers
A head and neck specialist at Swedish discusses oral, head and neck cancers, warning signs and ways to lower your risk.
At Swedish, gratitude for a team of dedicated volunteers
For National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we spoke with two of the incredible volunteers who support our patients and caregivers.