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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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Anorexia for Parents
People with the eating disorder anorexia are very afraid of gaining weight. They have unrealistic views of their body and try to eat as little as possible. They also might exercise too much or do other things to lose weight.
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Dealing With Addiction for Teens
Find out what you can do if you think you or a friend has a drug or alcohol addiction - from recognizing the warning signs to suggestions to help you stay clean.
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Concussions: Alex's Story for Teens
Alex plays high school football, track, basketball, and lacrosse. He's had two concussions. Here, he talks about his experience and what he learned.
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Having a Healthy Pregnancy for Teens
Whether you feel confused, worried, scared, or excited, you'll want to know how your life will change, what you can do to have a healthy baby.
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How's Your Self-Esteem? (Quiz) for Teens
This quiz can give you insight into things that might affect your self-esteem so you can learn how to build and protect it.
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Can a Doctor Tell if You've Been Masturbating? for Teens
The only way a doctor might know if someone has been masturbating is if the area was irritated enough to make it red or a darker shade than usual.
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Blood Test: Somatomedin C (IGF-1) for Parents
A somatomedin C test usually is ordered to check for pituitary gland disorder and problems with growth hormones production.
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Getting a Blood Test for Parents
Blood tests help doctors check how the body’s organs are working and see if medical treatments are helpful. Here's how they're done.
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How Can I Comfort My Baby During Shots? for Parents
Find out what the experts have to say.