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Talking to Your Child About Drugs for Parents
Help protect kids against drug use by giving them the facts before they're in a risky situation.
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Nightmares for Parents
It’s normal for kids to have nightmares occasionally. You can't completely prevent nightmares, but you can help make them less likely and help your child get back to sleep.
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Dealing With Bullying for Teens
Bullying has everyone worried, not just the people on its receiving end. Learn about dealing with bullies, including tips on how to stand up for yourself or a friend.
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Confidence for Teens
Confidence means believing in yourself and in your abilities – not in an arrogant way, but in a realistic, secure way.
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Asking for Help: Getting Past Obstacles for Teens
Sometimes our ideas and beliefs stand in the way of asking for help. Here are ideas for teens on how to get past 5 common barriers to getting help.
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Play & Learn (Topic Center) for Parents
This site helps parents promote active and imaginative play throughout all stages of childhood. Learn which activities inspire and motivate, and which toys are not only safer, but smarter, too.
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How Media Use Can Affect Kids for Parents
Technology can be part of a healthy childhood, but it's important for parents to track their kids' screen time and set limits.
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School-Age Readers for Parents
From kindergarten through third grade, kids' ability to read will grow by leaps and bounds. Although teachers provide lots of help, parents continue to play a role in a child's reading life.
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Reading Books to Babies for Parents
Reading aloud to your baby stimulates developing senses, and builds listening and memory skills that can help your baby grow up to be a reader.
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Hoarseness for Parents
Misuse of the vocal cords — caused by such things as repetitive screaming, yelling, or using the voice in an unnatural way — can lead to a hoarse voice. Learn how to get the voice back into perfect pitch.