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Kids
How to Handle a Grandchild with ADHDA grandparent who can provide consistent and firm boundaries for a child with ADHD can be a very helpful force in the life of the child.
School and Learning
Faculty vs. AdministrationAdvice for a teacher who feels oppressed by an overbearing administration.
Family Life
Treating Mild AnemiaIt is important to treat iron deficiency anemia, since it may have an effect on how well the brain works.
Kids
Bad Yelling HabitA mother confesses that her yelling has led her son to consider it an acceptable form of communicating.
Family Life
Gay ParentingIs it harmful to a child to have gay parents?
Teens
Young Teen Reluctant to See TherapistA mother asks how to go about finding a good therapist for her reluctant daughter.
Kids
Young Teen Won't Wear GlassesNo matter how "cool" a nice pair of glasses look on a teen, he may have trouble suddenly looking like a "four-eyes."
Kids
The Neighborhood BullyA parent seeks advice on how to help her son deal with bullies.
Babies
Brain AtrophyWhen a diagnosis of brain atrophy is given, the physician who gave this diagnosis should be available to answer questions. Early intervention services can also be helpful.
School and Learning
Interfaith HolidayFamilies in which the parents come from different cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds must discover their own ways of celebrating the holiday season.
Baby Products
Infant Car SeatsA conventional infant car seat is recommended over the new, built-in car seats.
Baby's Health
Treating Fever in Young ChildrenIt is important for you to understand fevers so that you can feel comfortable in your approach to caring for your child.
Teens
Irregular MenstruationEven after their first period, girls continue to grow taller, and "regular" menstrual cycles usually do not happen for one to two years more.
Kids
Chickenpox ExposureOnce your child is exposed to chickenpox, you won't know whether she has it for at least 10 days and for as long as 21 days.
School and Learning
Computer Programs for Reading Difficulties?Our expert advises a mother whose children both have trouble with reading comprehension.
School and Learning
Team TeachingThe benefits to team-teaching are many.

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