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Well-Child Visit: 14 Years for Parents
Find out what the well-child visit will involve when your teen is 14.
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Dealing With Difficult Emotions for Teens
Negative emotions are impossible to avoid and everyone feels them from time to time. They may be difficult, but they don't have to be stressful. Find out how to deal with stressful feelings.
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Child Abuse for Parents
Child abuse — whether it's physical, sexual, emotional, medical, or another type — can harm kids in many ways. Learn how to spot the signs of child abuse.
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Why Do People Get Depressed? for Teens
There's no one reason why people get depressed - many different things can play a role. Find out more about the things that can trigger depression.
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Coming Out for Teens
Coming out (or not) is a personal choice that depends on you and your situation. Learn more in this article for teens.
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Health Screening Tests for Parents
Health screening tests are routine tests that check for problems before signs show up. When problems are found early, the care is often simpler and may work better.
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Childhood Fears and Worries for Parents
It's normal for children to feel afraid at times. Parents can help kids feel safe and learn to feel at ease.
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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.
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Stress & Coping (Topic Center) for Teens
Everyone feels stressed out at times. This page for teens has tips to help you build resilience and cope with stressful times.
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Overweight and Obesity for Parents
Preventing kids from becoming overweight means making choices in the way your family eats and exercises, and how you spend time together.