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  • How to Make Friends When You Have Autism for Kids


    If you’re a kid with autism and aren’t sure how to make new friends, this article can help.

  • How to Talk With Friends When You Have Autism for Kids


    Knowing what to say is easy for some kids, but if you have autism, you might need a little help. Learn how to start a conversation, keep it going, and more.

  • Growth Hormone Deficiency for Parents


    When the body doesn't make enough growth hormone to allow a child to grow at a normal pace, it's called growth hormone deficiency. Learn how doctors check for and treat this problem.

  • Making Friends: Answers for Teens With Autism for Teens


    You might want to make new friends, but aren’t sure how to do it. This article for teens with autism can help.

  • Talking to Your Parents or Other Adults for Teens


    Whether it's an everyday issue like schoolwork or an emergency situation, these tips can help you improve communications with your parents and other adults.

  • Shyness for Teens


    Shyness is extremely common, especially among teens. But lots of mild to moderate shyness melts away with practice and familiarity, making social situations easier and easier to handle each time.

  • Bed-Sharing for Parents


    Bed-sharing increases the risk of sleep-related deaths, including SIDS. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends room-sharing without bed-sharing for the safest sleep environment.

  • Birth Defects for Parents


    Some birth defects are minor and cause no problems. Others can be serious and require lifelong treatment.

  • Auditory Processing Disorder for Parents


    Kids with APD can't understand what they hear in the same way other kids do. That's because their ears and brain don't fully coordinate. But early diagnosis and a variety of strategies can help them.

  • Tattoos for Teens


    What's the safest way to get a tattoo? Does it hurt? What can go wrong? Knowing the facts will help you decide whether a tattoo is a good idea for you.

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