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Helping Adolescents Develop More Mature Ways of Thinking

… they may engage in risky behaviours and test authority. The following are some ways … they may engage in risky behaviours and test authority. The following are some ways …

Medical Checkups for Adolescents

… Overview During your adolescent's routine checkup, most doctors: Check your … add healthy foods and exercise into a daily routine. Safe driving. Your doctor might … Preparation for Medical Tests Routine Checkups Credits Current as of: March 1, 2023 …

Down Syndrome Helping Your Child Avoid Social Problems

… Overview Your child may have developmental delays as … types of problems by being aware and helping your child learn how to avoid dangerous … or her self-esteem . Know what to expect as your child with Down syndrome grows and …

Helping Kids Handle Peer Pressure

Overview The urge to conform to their peers (kids the same age) is a normal stage for kids ranging in age from about 12 to 21. At this stage, children start looking to their peers—not their …

Helping Your Child Transition Into Middle School or Junior High

… and unreasonable fears. You can help your child deal with this adjustment and anticipate … school year. Here are some tips. Listen to your teen. By listening to your teen's …

Helping Your Child Build a Healthy Body Image

… adults can help children and teens develop a healthy view of themselves and reduce their … or body shape. Talk in terms of your child's health, personality, achievements in school, … trying to solve their problems for them. Be prepared to help them if their solutions do …

Stress Management Helping Your Child With Stress

… feel that they have failed. How can you help your child with stress? Adults can help … are to: Try to reduce the amount of stress in your lives. Help them build positive coping … stress out. Reduce the amount of stress in your lives Acknowledge your child's feelings. …

Help Your School-Age Child Develop Social Skills

… Overview Most school-age children enjoy new friendships. … get involved and try to let children work out issues on their own. Here are some skills that …

Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight

… use this Interactive Tool: Is Your Child at a Healthy Weight? If you have concerns that your … chart from birth, this may be his or her healthy size and growth rate. He or she may … give your child an examination that looks for health problems that can cause weight gain. …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… at mealtimes Turn off the TV, cell phones, tablets and computers. This will help you … at mealtimes Turn off the TV, cell phones, tablets and computers. This will help you …