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Perfectionist Six-Year-OldHere are some tricks to help a perfectionist child be a little less perfect.Kids
Children's Vitamins and ColdsFind out when it's advisable to give a four-year-old vitamin supplements.Kids
PerfectionismLearn what the long-term effects are when a young child is perfectionist.Kids
Anxiety AttacksA sudden onset of anxiety attacks usually has a specific cause that can be addressed.Kids
Health Problems Tied to NervesSometimes a child's nerves can set off health problems.Kids
Son Not Communicating at HomeA child with ADD expends two the three times the energy in school as a typical child, and needs some downtime when he gets home.Kids
Your Little HypochondriacHow do you deal with a child who constantly convinces herself she's sick?Kids
Depression in Young PeopleYoung children who seem extremely depressed and fixated on death and dying need help.Kids
Is It Okay to Give Children Echinacea?Before giving a child any medicinal drug or herb, it's important to discuss the relative risks and benefits of it with the pediatrician.Kids
Loud Music and Hearing LossDifficulty hearing after a loud concert is normal and will usually disappear after a few hours.Kids
Fourth-Grader with Test AnxietyLearn why preparation is the answer to alleviating test anxiety.Kids
Treating Head LiceTreatment of head lice generally includes the application of permethrin cream rinse, which can be bought over the counter.Kids
Avoiding Lyme DiseaseTo avoid Lyme disease, be sure to look for ticks on your children <I>every day</I>.Kids
Vaccine for Lyme DiseaseThere is a vaccine available for Lyme disease, but it cannot be given to children under the age of 15.Kids
Symptoms of Viral Meningitis in a ChildUnfortunately, the signs and symptoms of meningitis aren't always the same with every child.Kids
Babies and FluorideRead about the controversy within the medical and dental communities about fluoride supplementation.Kids
Picky EaterGet tips on how to encourage a six-year-old to eat a greater variety of foods.Kids
Gym Teacher Won't Let Kids Drink WaterFind out why there is a critical need for water during exercise, and how you can ensure your child gets it.Kids
Does Green Discharge Indicate Infection?Although you cannot use the color of nasal discharge as a sole indicator of infection versus allergy, green mucus does point more toward infection.Kids
Positive Feedback in SportsHow can you keep your child grounded when he gets overly excited about his athletic performance, but still provide positive feedback?
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