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Fifteen-Year-Old Addicted to CigarettesA person of any age can become addicted to cigarettes -- all too quickly.School and Learning
Should Gifted High-Schooler Take College Classes?Chronological age is not a sufficient enough reason to prohibit a gifted child from attending college classes.Entertainment and Activities
Should Kids Be Allowed to Watch TV Wrestling?Our expert believes there is no redeeming value to the wrestling found on TV these days.Kids
Spelling Problems Run in FamilyThere is often a genetic component to learning disabilities.Kids
Seven-Year-Old Is Acting OutMost families benefit from professional advice when a child becomes difficult to handle.Kids
Making a Visiting Nephew with ADHD ComfortableAn aunt asks for suggestions on how to make her visiting nephew with ADHD comfortable in her home.School and Learning
Acting Up at School: KindergartenFind out what is causing your child to act up in school, and stop the bad habits before they get worse.School and Learning
Homework and the Third-GraderFind out how much responsibility your third-grader should have when it comes to homework.Kids
Evaluating a Bomb ThreatPaying attention to threats is always appropriate. Here is some advice on how to evaluate a situation.School and Learning
Math PhobiaWhat can you do about your child's math phobia?School and Learning
Trouble with HandwritingCould your child's handwriting trouble be hereditary?School and Learning
Spelling TroubleTry this tip to boost your child's spelling grades.School and Learning
Home from College: Setting the GuidelinesCollege freshmen return home with a newfound sense of autonomy, and a vampire-like sleep and social schedule.Kids
Mom Worried About School SafetyAfter a lapse in school safety, it's reasonable to express your concerns to the school in a letter -- and to receive a response.Kids
ADHD and Visiting RelativesWhen the relatives are coming to visit, find out how to prepare them for dealing with your child with ADHD.Teens
Seven-Year-Old Asking About SexWhen a seven-year-old starts asking questions about sex, don't rush into telling her everything.
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