Short Kids Are Being Given Growth Hormones – Is It Safe?

August 31, 2025

Many parents begin to worry if their child is much shorter than classmates, and some go as far as to give growth hormone to their kids. However, it doesn’t make the significant difference that these families hope. Our experts explain when growth hormone is appropriate, and how the real solution to shorter kids feeling inferior is society’s mindset.

Guest Information:

Dr. Laurie Cohen, Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Professor of Pediatrics, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Dr. David Sandberg, Pediatric Psychologist, Professor of Pediatrics, University of Michigan Medical School