Expert Advice

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    When Sexual Abuse Is SuspectedA relative who suspects sexual abuse in the family seeks advice.
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    Code of HonorHow can you balance confidentiality with the need to protect a child who's suffering abuse?
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    What Is Cyberschooling?Cyberschooling -- learning on the Internet -- is not separate from homeschooling, but rather one more choice available to those who choose to learn at home.
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    Should Infants Eat Fish?Find out whether it's okay for an infant to eat fish.
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    Can Too Much Milk Cause Allergy?Allergies occur when the body's immune system "reacts" to certain proteins in the food that we eat.
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    Playing with MatchesWhen a child starts playing with matches, it's time to have a calm, serious talk about the rules and consequences of this behavior.
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    Online SafetySafety trumps issues of confidentiality when it comes to telling another parent that their child is visiting harmful web sites.
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    Setting Internet RulesOnce the Internet rules have been laid out and violated, parents need to follow through on the consequences that they set up for their children.
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    Too Many Hours at the Computer?Potential problems have been noted for the many children who spend hours at school and at home in front of a computer.
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    Monitoring Child's Internet UseHaving a second screen that mirrors what appears on your son's computer is an excellent way of monitoring Internet use.
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    Son Used Profanity OnlineWhat's the best way to handle the situation when your son is caught using profanity online?
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    Husband Abuses ChildA mother ask what she should can do to protect her child from her abusive husband.
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    Protecting Infant from SunBabies younger than six months of age should always be kept out of direct sunlight. Before you take your infant outdoors, be sure she is protected.
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    My Teen Was MolestedWhat steps should you take when you find out your child has been molested?
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    Boy Afraid He'll Get Hurt in SportsWhat can parents do when their nine-year-old says he is won't play sports because he's afraid he'll get hurt?
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    Son Spends Too Much Time on ComputerIt's not a healthy practice for a child to spend three to five hours per day on the computer.
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    Son Molested by Neighbor's ChildAn expert advises a mother on how she might help a son who was molested.
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    Therapy for Childhood Sex AbuseAn expert suggests ways that a parent can learn about the therapy her child is receiving for past sexual abuse.
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    Mom Threatens to Slap TeenPhysical abuse is never the right response to misbehavior.
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    Kids and Secondhand SmokeIt's advisable to keep your children away from cigarette smoke as best you can.