SSM Health Matters Blog
Getting to the heart of hospice care with music therapy
Music therapy is more than just playing music, it is a clinical and evidence-based use of musical interventions to help patients accomplish their goals. It can also evoke feelings, elicit memories, and connect us to our spirituality and faith.
What grip strength says about your health
You probably give very little thought to your grip strength, but a weak grip may be cause for concern.
Using fidgets to help children with ADHD
Managing ADHD involves recognizing our choices and then taking action. Understanding what is going on in a child’s brains and proactively choosing an appropriate strategy is the essence of the fidget approach.
The importance the creative process can play in helping kids learn
Learn about effective ways for teaching and engaging children who have exceptional abilities or talents in one or more area.
Exploring SSM Health Treffert Studios: A field trip in our own backyard
Treffert Studios houses a variety of creative tools and innovative technology to help young people find their talents.
When to transition your child from a pediatrician to a primary care provider
Different pediatricians have different ages that they stop seeing children, but most are 18 to 21 years of age.