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Teasing in the HomeAsk your older children to put themselves in your little guy's place. Sometimes children don't realize how painful words can be. Try to talk about these things when you and the kids are alone and relaxed, perhaps just before bed.
Kids
Homeschooling for a Depressed SonI receive letters every week from distraught parents with unhappy children who cannot bear to spend another day in the school system. The good news is, after a few months of homeschooling, the change in these kids is truly remarkable.
School and Learning
Daughter Wants Homeschooling, but Son Doesn'tWhen a child is reluctant to homeschool, you need to find out exactly why. He may not understand what is involved. For instance, he may think he will be stuck in the house each day, and not see his friends.
School and Learning
Tutoring at HomeLearn how to find a good at-home tutor for your child.
School and Learning
Academic InterestFifth-graders often need to see the relevance of something before they are ready to show interest.
Kids
Gifted, but Wants to Stay with Her FriendsIt's not a good idea for a child to reject a gifted program at another school for social reasons.
Kids
Nine-Year-Old Hiding His AbilitiesWhat can you do when your child hides his abilities to avoid being different from his classmates?
Kids
Talented but Hates SchoolBoredom, grades that are dropping, and difficulty paying attention can all indicate an attention deficit problem.
Kids
Still's DiseaseFind out about Still's Disease, a form of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA), which is a connective tissue disease.
Babies
Autistic Four-Year-Old Still Using BottleCertain situations may warrant keeping a four-year-old on a bottle.
Kids
Bed Wetting in Five-Year-OldNighttime bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) is common among children age six and younger.
Kids
Do Tics Indicate Tourette's Syndrome?If you fear that certain tics in your child may indicate Tourette's Syndrome, schedule an examination by his doctor.
Babies
When Can an Infant Sleep on Her Belly?When a baby can get onto her belly by herself, it's okay for her to sleep that way.
Babies
Adding Cereal to Baby FormulaAdding cereal to a bottle to help a baby sleep is a myth.
Kids
Should Infants Eat Fish?Find out whether it's okay for an infant to eat fish.
Teens
I Need Help! Is My Penis Too Small for My Age?A 14-year-old wonders if his penis is too small for his age, and if he's developing too slowly. Our expert answers his questions.

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