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Computer-Related Repetitive Stress Injuries for Parents
Kids often spend hours at the computer. So it's important for parents to know about the causes of repetitive stress injuries and how to prevent them.
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Internet Safety for Parents
The Internet is a wonderful resource, but access to it has its hazards for kids. Here's how to make sure your kids go online safely.
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Online Safety for Teens
Whether it's protecting yourself from hackers or cyberbullies, these tips for teens will help you navigate the digital world safely.
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Healthy Habits for TV, Video Games, and the Internet for Parents
TV, interactive video games, and the Internet can be excellent sources of education and entertainment, but too much plugged-in time can have unhealthy side effects.
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Vision Facts and Myths for Parents
Old wives' tales abound about the eyes. From watching TV to eating carrots, here's the lowdown on some vision facts and fiction.
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Helping Your Teen With Homework for Parents
Parents can play a crucial role in helping teens succeed in school by lending a little help, support, and guidance, and by knowing what problems demand their involvement and which ones require them to hang back.
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Helping Your Gradeschooler With Homework for Parents
During grade school, kids start getting homework to reinforce and extend classroom learning and teach them important study skills. Here's how parents can help.
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Motivating School-Age Kids to Be Active for Parents
Being active is a key component of good health for all school-age kids. So how do you get kids motivated to be active, especially those who aren't gifted athletes?
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Overuse Injuries for Teens
Overuse (or repetitive stress) injuries happen when too much stress is placed on a part of the body, causing problems like swelling, pain, muscle strain, and tissue damage.
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Handout: Media Literacy and Health (Grades 6 to 8) for Educators
This handout is part of the Teacher's Guide on Media Literacy and Health for grades 6 to 8.