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How do you know if your child has ADHD?

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What are the symptoms of ADHD? I wish there was a blood test or a specific list of predictable symptoms of ADHD that doctors could refer to, but unfortunately, there is not. For us, there were several things that lead to the diagnosis of our son. It wasn’t because he was a high energy toddler. […]

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8 Steps to Good Dental Health

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Your smile is one of the first things that other people notice about you. Keep your smile looking bright and beautiful by maintaining proper dental health. Here are eight ways that you can keep your teeth and mouth healthy. 1.      Proper Brushing FREQUENCY To keep your teeth clean and your mouth clear of bacteria, you […]

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Sleep Deprivation and What It Does to Teenagers (And How to Help)

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Guest Post In a world where kids are expected to be more grown-up than ever, it’s no surprise that many of them struggled to sleep the same way that their parents do. Kids are more stressed than ever these days, with school starting very early in the morning and after-school activities taking up their entire […]

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Steps to Help Your Child Heal After a Traumatic Experience

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This post is written in partnership with Stress Health, an initiative of the Center for Youth Wellness. I’ve previously written about the current public health crisis impacting children around the world. Toxic stress stems from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), which are traumatic events in a child’s life, such as physical, mental or sexual abuse. Left unaddressed, […]

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Coping Strategies for Teens with Anxiety

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Most teenagers experience some degree of anxiety in their lives. It could be due to many things such as life changes like moving or changing schools, real or perceived pressure to do well in school or in extra-curriculars, conflict with peers or due to trauma or health issues. These instances of anxiety can be brief […]

Filed Under: Family, Health Tagged With: mental health, Parenting, teenagers, teens

The Period Pack: What to Give a Tween Girl

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You’ve had the talk. The school has done their part to educate kids about puberty and what is going to happen to their bodies. Now it’s time to ensure your tween girl has the supplies she needs for her first period. If your daughter is easily embarrassed or prefers her privacy, put the period pack […]

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