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Teens
Too Young for GirlsA mother asks whether she should be concerned about her 11-year-old's sudden interest in girls.
Kids
Autism and New ClassroomSeek out other parents of children with autism to find out about their experiences with transition.
Kids
Cold Versus Warm HumidifiersBoth warm and cool mist humidifiers accomplish the same thing -- getting moisture into the air.
Toddlers
Tired TantrumsLetting your child rest or even sleep for a short period of time, maybe only 30-45 minutes, may be just enough so that she does not act overtired.
Teens
Six-Year-Old Masturbates in PublicA six-year-old should be able to understand that this activity is performed only in private.
Kids
Treating Heat RashThere is no magic treatment for heat rash other than cooling off the patient.
School and Learning
Ten-Year-Old Is a Great Reader, but a Bad WriterWhat kinds of problems may cause poor spelling in a bright child?
School and Learning
How to Interpret GradesLearn how to reconcile your child's grades with his academic placement.
Family Life
Sibling Rivalry in the ClassroomHere's what to say to a teacher who compares one of your children to another.
Toddlers
Two-Year-Old Won't TalkA parent wonders if she should be concerned that her two-year-old son is still not talking.
Teens
When Does Menstruation Begin?The age at which a girl will start to menstruate is quite variable -- find out the normal range.
Kids
Too Indulgent with Child?A parent who encourages her child's curiosity, values his opinions, offers him choices, and gives him her attention is not being "too indulgent."
Kids
Unsupervised PartiesIf a parent won't allow her child to attend parties at homes where the parents are away, is she being overprotective?
Kids
Selective MutismA teacher wonders how to work with a child with selective mutism.
Kids
Ritalin® QuestionsIt is technically correct to say that Ritalin® does not treat ADD, in the sense that it does not cure the condition.
Babies
Skin Problem on EarsIt isn't always possible to make an exact diagnosis of a rash without seeing it firsthand, but this sounds like seborrheic dermatitis.

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