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A to Z: Growth Disorder for Parents
Growth disorders are medical problems that stop kids from growing taller or gaining weight as they should.
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A to Z: Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia (SED) for Parents
Learn about genetic disorders and conditions that affect growth and development.
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A to Z: Chondrodystrophy for Parents
Learn about genetic disorders and conditions that affect growth and development.
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Eating Disorders for Teens
Eating disorders are problems that affect a person’s eating behaviors as well as attitudes and feelings about food and their body. This article for teens describes how different eating disorders impact a person's health and emotions.
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Binge Eating Disorder for Parents
Kids who eat unusually large amounts of food - and feel guilty or secretive about it - could be struggling with binge eating disorder.
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Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) for Parents
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder. Children who have it are extremely picky eaters and have little interest in eating food, which can lead to poor growth and poor nutrition.
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Binge Eating Disorder Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about binge eating and how to help students with the disorder.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder for Parents
Autism spectrum disorder affects a child's ability to communicate and learn. Early intervention and treatment can help kids improve skills and do their best.
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Anorexia Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about anorexia, and how to help students with the eating disorder.
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Genes and Genetics for Teens
Genes play an important role in how we look and act, and even in whether we get sick. This article gives the lowdown on genes, genetic disorders, and new research into gene therapy.