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Rules for Using ADHD Medications Safely

How effective is medication in controlling symptoms of ADHD in children and adolescents? Very. Four out of five children who take medication for ADHD experience significant reductions in hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity.

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Allergies

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Childhood Allergies: What Should Parents Know?

The incidence of allergies in children has increased significantly in the last two decades. There are now more children with asthma, hay fever, and eczema than ever before.

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Autism

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What Is Autism?

His parents called Nathan their "gentle giant." At age six, he was big for his age but wouldn't hurt a fly.

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Kids' Dental Care

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Nutrition and Your Child's Dental Health

Everyone dreads hearing the dentist say the "C" word -- cavity -- but there are nutritional habits that can help prevent cavities.

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Kids Health

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Head lice

Head lice are small insects that live in the scalp by periodically biting and sucking blood. The mature adult lice are able to attach the eggs, called nits, to the hair shaft with a strong gluey substance.

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First Aid

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Child Poison Prevention

Where is your medicine? If it's on your bedside table, your kitchen counter, in your purse or anywhere within children's reach, you may be putting them at risk for accidental poisoning.

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Special Conditions

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Irritable bowel syndrome in children: Dietary concerns

Have you asked your doctor and insurance provider about consultation with a registered dietitian? That person is the best one to go to for advise on a... Read More

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Depression in Kids

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Identifying depression in children

Depression is an illness that is no respecter of age. It can attack children as young as four or five as well as teens and adults.

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Strep Throat in Kids

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Expert Advice -- Strep Throat in Children

Strep throat is caused by the bacteria called Group A beta hemolytic streptococci. All children may get strep throat although babies are felt to be at... Read More

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Kids' Sports + Fitness

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Help Your Child Combine School and Sports

Are you wondering if your child can be involved in sports and still maintain good grades? It is possible! It will take your support, as well as good communication and some guidance. With your help, school and sports can coexist peacefully -- and benefit your child.

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Kids' Sleep Issues

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Your Child's Top 10 Nightmares and Dreams

If your child has a bad dream about bugs in her bed, would it surprise you to learn that she may be upset about having a new sibling?

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