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  • Teens

    Teen DepressionA mother seeks advice on how to help her daughter manage her depression.

  • Kids

    Cure for Eczema?Learn about eczema in children, and the best ways to treat it.

  • Kids

    Diet and DiarrheaLearn which foods seem to help with "binding" up the excess fluids and waste that occur with diarrhea.

  • School and Learning

    Choosing to Repeat a GradeIt's rarely a good idea to hold back a good student simply because she wants to stick around.

  • Entertainment and Activities

    Academic Summer CampLocal colleges and universities often offer summer camp sessions that focus partly on academics. Educational summer activities can give kids a head start for the next school year.

  • School and Learning

    When Retention FailsHolding your child back a grade can backfire. What do you do then?

  • School and Learning

    Acting UpA personality conflict with the teacher can be responsible for a child's acting up in class.

  • Kids

    Focus on the PositiveFocusing on the positive can help a hyperactive child become more aware and respectful of those around her.

  • School and Learning

    Testing a KindergartenerWhat are your options when you seek reliable IQ testing for your child?

  • School and Learning

    Mom Intimidated by Gifted TestingFind out what's involved in gifted testing.

  • School and Learning

    WISC, Stanford-Binet, and Popular TestsFind information about popular tests such as the WISC and Stanford-Binet.

  • School and Learning

    Preschool Options for the GiftedHere are tips for finding the right preschool for a gifted child.

  • Teens

    Dealing with Pre-adolescent CattinessMost pre-adolescents experience cattiness, but there are ways to boost their self-esteem.

  • Kids

    When It's Hard Making FriendsWhen a child has trouble making friends in school, consider getting him involved in outside activities.

  • Kids

    Harassment by Other StudentsWhen a student is being harassed, the school may need to step in.

  • Teens

    Belly Button PiercingA 13-year-old wants to get a belly button piercing, but you can say "no" to a tween without having reasons to back you up.

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