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• How the Body Works: Quizzes for Kids

  
  

  From your nose to your toes, do you know how the body works? Take these quizzes to find out!

• How the Body Works: Activities for Kids

  
  

  Do you know what's inside the lungs? How much do you know about hair? Try these activities and test your knowledge about how the body works!

• About the Body Basics Library for Teens

  
  

  Did you ever wonder what all those complex body systems do? Use this medical library to find out about basic human anatomy, how it all functions, and what happens when things go wrong.

• Jock Itch for Teens

  
  

  Jock itch is a pretty common fungal infection of the groin and upper thighs. It is generally easy to treat - and avoid - by following a few simple steps.

• Athlete's Foot for Teens

  
  

  Although the name athlete's foot sounds funny, if you have this skin infection, you're probably not laughing. The good news is that it is generally easy to treat.

• Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) for Teens

  
  

  Trichotillomania is a condition that gives people strong urges to pull out their hair. What causes it and how do people overcome it? Find out in this article for teens.

• Psoriasis for Parents

  
  

  Psoriasis causes skin cells to build up on the surface of the skin where they form itchy, red patches and thick scales. Find out what causes psoriasis and how to help your child deal with it.

• A to Z: Alopecia Areata for Parents

  
  

  Alopecia areata is a condition that causes hair loss on the scalp and sometimes elsewhere on the body.

• Managing Your Medical Care (Topic Center) for Teens

  
  

  This page has advice on how to get involved in taking charge of your health and choosing the right health care providers.

• Communication and Your 13- to 18-Year-Old for Parents

  
  

  Teens spend much of the day outside the home, but it's important that you take time every day to talk with your teen to share opinions, ideas, and information.