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  • Adolescent Medicine Specialists for Teens


    Adolescent medicine doctors are specialists who have extra training in the medical and emotional issues that many teens face.

  • Health Care Providers: Adolescent Medicine Specialists for Parents


    An adolescent medicine specialist is a doctor who diagnoses and treats physical and emotional health concerns of kids and teens.

  • A to Z: Kleine-Levin Syndrome for Parents


    Learn about this rare disorder that primarily affects adolescent males.

  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease for Parents


    Osgood-Schlatter disease (OSD) is one of the most common causes of knee pain in adolescents. It's really not a disease, but an overuse injury.

  • What's the Right Weight for My Height? for Teens


    One of the biggest questions guys and girls have is whether they're the right weight. Because the body is growing and changing so much during adolescence, it can be tough to answer this question.

  • How Can I Get the Pill if I Don't Have a Family Doctor? for Teens


    You can get the Pill (or the ring or patch) from a health clinic like Planned Parenthood.

  • Talking to Your Child About Puberty for Parents


    Talking to kids about puberty is an important job for parents, especially because kids often hear about sex and relationships from unreliable sources. Here are some tips.

  • 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.

  • HIV and AIDS for Parents


    Parents can help prevent HIV/AIDS by learning the facts and talking with their kids regularly about healthy behaviors, feelings, and sexuality.

  • Choosing Your Own Doctor for Teens


    You deserve medical care from someone who helps you feel comfortable and understood. Get tips on finding the best doctor for you.