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Kids
Son with ADHD Switching to Private SchoolWhen a child with ADHD starts a new school, it's important to get him into special services as soon as possible.
Kids
Online SafetySafety trumps issues of confidentiality when it comes to telling another parent that their child is visiting harmful web sites.
School and Learning
Switching SchoolsConsider your child's opinion if he wants to transfer from a prestigious private school.
Kids
Conflicting Parenting StylesIf you feel your child is not safe with a friend, you have every right to tell that friend's parents.
School and Learning
Don't Let a Gifted Child Get Left BehindMake sure your young gifted child is appropriately challenged in the classroom, and not handicapped to perform at the same level as her peers.
School and Learning
Child Needs School HelpWhen it's clear your child is having problems with school, take your questions to the school counselor -- and expect answers.
Teens
Expert Advice: Trusting Your TeenHow can you trust your daughter if she is not trustworthy? You should set the expectations, boundaries, and consequences for study and dating.
Kids
Being PopularIt's a good idea to have conversations with a child about what it means to be popular. Girls in their early teens often worry too much about popularity.
Kids
Is My Daughter Bipolar?A complete psychological evaluation can rule out serious emotional problems, but it's also helpful to learn all you can about good parenting.
Kids
Peer-Mediation GroupA good peer-mediation program is the most valuable tool a school has in combating violence and bullying in any school.
Teens
Thirteen-Year-Old Is Ready to DateThere are many good reasons to postpone dating for a 13-year-old.
Family Life
Stepson Not Helping with ChoresYou have every right to determine the rules and consequences for the time your stepson spends in your home. Those should include helping around the house, playing fairly, and managing his anger.
Kids
Sons Are Breaking Family RulesWhen family rules are made, there should also be consequences set up for breaking them, which the whole family should agree on.
Kids
ADHD and Summer ReadingFind some tips for helping reluctant readers with ADHD.
Kids
Dad Wants Son to FightSome fathers think their sons should be men and fight to resolve problems.
School and Learning
Student-Teacher RatioSmaller class size is directly related to higher student achievement.

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