KidsHealth

1Kids and Alcohol
As much as parents may not like to think about it, the truth is that many kids and teens try alcohol before it is legal for them to drink it. Here's what you need to know.

2Emotions & Behavior
Is it just a phase or a serious problem? Help your child cope with life's ups and downs, from dealing with divorce to preparing for new siblings. Or find out how to understand your child's behavior, whether it's toddler tantrums or teenage depression.

3Los niños y el alcohol
Aunque experimentar con el alcohol puede ser algo habitual entre los niños, no es conveniente ni legal. Por ello es importante que hable con sus hijos sobre el consumo de alcohol cuando son pequeños.

4Positive Parenting
All parents need a little advice now and then. Get the lowdown on parenting basics like discipline, homework help, and how to talk to your child about tough subjects, like sex, tobacco, and alcohol. Plus, find out where you can turn for help and support.

5Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
When a woman drinks alcohol during pregnancy, she risks giving birth to a child who will be born with full-blown fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS).

6Teacher's Guide: Alcohol (Grades 3 to 5)
"If it's really dangerous, why is it legal?" Alcohol is both legal and accessible, which can be confusing for young students. Help your students learn why alcohol can be dangerous as well as strategies for making good decisions. The following discussion questions and activities will help your students learn about the affects of alcohol on the body and how to deal with peer pressure.

7Teacher's Guide: Alcohol (Grades 6 to 8)
Alcohol is an easily accessible drug, which can make it possible for some students to experiment with drinking at a young age. The following discussion questions and activities will help your students understand the dangers of drinking and get the facts they need.

8Directory of English-Spanish Translations
This directory contains a list of all topics available in Spanish, organized alphabetically in English with links to both the Spanish and English articles.

9Stress & Coping Center
Visit our stress and coping center for advice on how to handle stress, including different stressful situations.

10Making the Holidays Safe
Make the holidays fun and healthy by learning how to protect your kids from these common hazards.