Anger is normal. It is natural to feel this way when you or someone you care about has been treated badly. It’s up to us to decide how to act when we get angry.
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Steroids: Play Safe, Play Fair
You’re an athlete. You play to win. You’re always looking for a way to get an edge over your opponents. Steroids and performance enhancers aren’t the answer. The best athletes rely on practice and hard work. Here is information from your doctor to help you stay healthy.
Smoking and E-cigarettes: What Parents Need to Know About the Risks of Tobacco Use
Did you know that about 80% of teens in the United States don’t smoke? They’ve made a healthy choice.
Puberty:Ready or Not Expect Some Big Changes
Everyone goes through puberty but not always at the same time or in the same way. It is when your body starts changing from that of a child to that of an adult. In general, here’s what you can expect.
Meningococcal Disease: Information for Teens and College Students
Certain teens and young adults have a higher risk of getting meningococcal disease. College students, especially freshmen who live in dorms and military recruits, are at an increased risk compared with others in this age group. It’s important to know how to protect yourself because meningococcal disease
Next Stop Adulthood: Tips for Parents
Parents need to give up much of the control over many of their young adult’s decisions. But parents still worry about their child’s safety, health, and success. This is where you need to trust the job you have done as a parent.
Managing Depression or Sadness: Tips for Families—Mental Health Toolkit
Children experience depression differently than adults. Your child may not be able to tell you they are feeling sad, and they may not even feel sad at all. Instead, you may notice your child seems irritable, frustrated, restless, discouraged, or tired. These are some other common signs of depression
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Teens: Information for Parents
It is important for parents of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) teens to remember that each child is unique and will have their own experiences and feelings. “Coming out” is a lifelong journey of understanding, acknowledging, and sharing one’s gender identity or sexual orientation
Home Drug Testing: What Parents Need to Know
Remember that your teen’s doctor can help assess whether your teen has a drug problem and a laboratory test is not always needed. However, if a drug test is recommended, your teen should know about it. The American Academy of Pediatrics opposes drug tests without a teen’s knowledge and consent.
Health Care for College Students
College is filled with many opportunities to learn and experience life. You’ll be responsible for making your own choices, including choices about your health. Following is important information to help you stay healthy and safe on your new journey.