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1Child Abuse
Nearly a million children are abused each year in the United States alone. Learn how to spot the signs of child abuse.
2Pubic Lice
Pubic lice are six-legged creatures that infest the hair in the pubic area. Pubic lice infestation is considered a sexually transmitted disease (STD), but it can be contracted in other ways.
3Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
People who experience a traumatic event can be affected by posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Dealing with PTSD can be challenging, but treatment and support are essential.
4How to Handle Abuse
Child abuse is never OK. Find out more in this article for kids.
5Genital Warts
Genital warts, contracted through sexual contact, are caused by certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV), which is one of the most common STDs.
6Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis (also referred to as "trich") is a sexually transmitted disease. Because symptoms sometimes never appear, it's important to prevent infection.
7Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a serious infection of the female reproductive organs that may cause severe symptoms, minor symptoms, or no symptoms at all.
8If Your Child Is Raped
Someone who has been raped needs care, comfort, and a way to heal. Learn how to help if your child has been sexually assaulted.
9About Teen Suicide
When a teen commits suicide, everyone is affected. The reasons behind a suicide or attempted suicide can be complex, but often there are warning signs.
10Questions and Answers About Sex
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.


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