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Is Your Child Too Busy?
Overscheduling your child can lead to them feeling tired, stressed and sleep deprived. Limit their schedule to keep your…
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Read Article >>Kids and Teens
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
ADHD is a group of behaviors that can make it difficult to focus at school, work or home.
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Acne
Acne is a common skin condition. It causes bumps on the skin known as pimples to appear on the…
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School Lunches: Helping Your Child Make Healthy Choices
Helping your child make healthy food choices at home and at school can provide them with the energy they need…
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Scoliosis
Scoliosis is an abnormal curve of the spine (backbone). Normally, the spine is straight. With scoliosis, the spine is crooked…
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Self Harm — Cutting
Cutting (sometimes called self harm) is the act of purposely cutting yourself with a sharp object, such as a knife…
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Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition that affects how your brain processes sensory information (stimuli).
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Sever's Disease
Sever’s disease is a common heel injury that occurs in children. It is painful and caused by swelling of the…
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Sex: Making the Right Decision
Advice for teens and young adults on the safety and health concerns involved in deciding to engage in sexual…
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Signs of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Any sexual activity involving a child is sexual abuse and has long-term effects. Learn how to recognize signs of abuse…
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis is a hip problem that occurs in children when the end of the thigh bone slips…
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Sore Throat
A sore throat can feel irritated or scratchy with mild to burning pain. Most sore throats are caused by viruses,…
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Speech and Language Delay
A speech and language delay is when your child doesn’t talk as much as most other children their age.
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Sports and Exercise at Every Age
It is important to exercise no matter what age you are. A lifelong exercise program is the surest way to…
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Strabismus
Strabismus is an eye disorder. It affects the muscle control in your eyes. The eyes don’t line up properly. Instead,…
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Strep Throat
Strep throat is an infection caused by bacteria. It is called “strep” because the bacteria that causes the infection is…
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Stuttering
Stuttering is a condition that affects a person’s ability to speak smoothly. It can cause them to repeat words, parts…
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Talking to Your Kids About Sex
Talking with your child about sex can help them navigate this part of growing up and make your home a…
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Talking to Your Kids About Virginity
Making the choice to stay a virgin is a big commitment. It affects your physical, emotional, spiritual, and social well…
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Teen Suicide
The teenage years are especially hard and stressful. Many things can affect your teen's mood and behavior. These can lead…
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Teenage Pregnancy and Birth Control Access
Barring abstinence, access to birth control is critical in preventing pregnancy among teens, be it condoms, pills, patches or…