Lisa L Lewis
Writer; communications consultant
I write frequently about education, sports, parenting and public health; I've covered a range of topics including gun violence, sleep, concussions, bullying, school shootings, and gap years.
PROJECTS
sports.good.is
Athletes Can Prevent Heat Stroke With This Important First Step
Heat stroke is one of the top three causes of sudden death for athletes. But it’s 100% survivable when it’s recognized and treated right away.
The Washington Post
Stressed out about teaching your teen to drive? Experts share 4 things to keep in mind.
Stressed out about teaching your teen to drive? Experts share 4 things to keep in mind.
Slate
More and More Americans Are Learning Basic First Aid for Gunshot Wounds
In the wake of several mass shootings, learning how to stanch bleeding is becoming increasing popular.
everydayHEALTH
Is Tackle Football for Children Harming Their Brains?
In families and communities across America, it starts early, with kids as young as 5 signing up to play tackle football. That age-old tradition could change, though.
Slate
Why Does High School Still Start So Early?
The last students around the country are making their way back to school this week. But regardless of the virtues of starting a new school year in August or in September, one thing is still almost uniformly true: Most of the nation’s public middle schools and high schools still...
The Washington Post
Why we still allow bullying to flourish in kids sports
In the cellphone video, a teenage boy stands at the front of the classroom as his football teammates laugh. The coach walks to the door and closes it. “We don’t want no witnesses,” he says, to more laughter ...
The Washington Post
In an era of school shootings, how can we expect kids to focus on learning?
Somehow, they’re expected to compartmentalize the latest tragedy: to keep studying for tests and preparing for the college admission gantlet, while not losing their focus.
sports.good.is
Coaching Your Kid’s Team This Spring? Here’s What You Should Know.
Each year, more than 6.5 million youth sports coaches take to the field — most of them volunteers. If you're one of them, here's what you should know.
everydayHEALTH
When PTSD Accompanies a Concussion
A concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury, can be linked to PTSD and may have similar symptoms.
everydayHEALTH
What to Do if You Suspect You or Your Child Has a Concussion
Athletes aren’t the only ones who get concussions. Taking a hit to the head can happen off the playing field, too, as a result of car crashes, falls, or other scenarios. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls were the leading cause of all TBI-related emergency room (ER) visits in 2013 for kids under 14 and for adults 25 or older.
Regardless of how a brain injury happens, it’s important to know what symptoms to look for and how to proceed. Downplaying...
sports.good.is
New Research Shows Concussion Laws Are Working
Not that long ago, youth athletes who suffered a head injury were often told to “shake it off” and get back in the game. Today, with growing concern about brain injury, all 50 states and the District of Columbia have passed concussion laws which have markedly reduced the number of repeat concussions . . .
Slate
Getting guns out of suicidal people's hands is a straightforward way ...
Getting guns out of suicidal people's hands is a st...
Los Angeles Times
Hawking poinsettias to pay for high school extracurriculars - LA Times
Hawking poinsettias to pay for high school extracur...
Los Angeles Times
Why school should start later in the day - LA Times
Why school should start later in the day - LA Times...
The Washington Post
Would-be teen shooter was thwarted, but the story doesn't end there ...
Would-be teen shooter was thwarted, but the story d...