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  • ADHD Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents


    What teachers should know about ADHD, and teaching strategies to help students with ADHD succeed in school.

  • A to Z: Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) for Parents


    Learn about mental health disorders and causes of low self-esteem and negative thoughts about body image.

  • A to Z: Pectus Excavatum for Parents


    Learn more about pectus excavatum, commonly called sunken chest.

  • Health Care Providers: Behavioral Health Specialists for Parents


    Behavioral health is medical care that helps manage emotions and behaviors. The main health care providers who work in behavioral health are psychologists and psychiatrists.

  • Health Care Providers: Pediatricians for Parents


    A pediatrician is a doctor who diagnoses and treats children’s health conditions and concerns, including physical, behavior, developmental, and mental health issues.

  • Talking to Your Kids About Conflict in Israel and the Middle East for Parents


    The violence in Israel and the Middle East right now isn’t easy to discuss with kids, but it’s important to talk about. Here are some tips.

  • Sanfilippo Syndrome for Parents


    Sanfilippo syndrome is a rare condition in which the body can't break down certain carbohydrates (sugars) in the blood, leading to serious problems in the brain and nervous system.

  • Medical Care and Your 6- to 12-Year-Old for Parents


    Regular well-child exams are essential to keep kids healthy and up-to-date with immunizations. Find out what to expect at the doctor's office.

  • Answering Questions About Sex for Parents


    Answering kids' questions about sex is a responsibility many parents dread. But by answering these questions honestly, parents can help foster healthy feelings about sex.

  • A to Z: Feeding Problems, Infant for Parents


    Some babies refuse to eat or don't eat enough. Others have problems digesting food. Learn more about common feeding problems here.