Patient resources
Deciding to Wait
Category:: safety_and_prevention
No matter what you’ve heard, read, or seen, not everyone your age is having sex, including oral sex and intercourse. In fact, more than half of all teens choose to wait until they’re older to have sex. If you have already had sex but are unsure if you should again, then wait before having sex […]
Building Strong Bones: Why Calcium Counts
Category:: adolescents
As you grow, you need calcium to build strong bones and a healthy body. Getting plenty of calcium while you are young also makes your bones strong and keeps them strong for your entire lifetime.
Acne—How to Treat and Control It
Category:: common_illnesses_and_conditions
Almost all teens get zits at one time or another. It’s called acne. Whether your case is mild or severe, there are things you can do to keep it under control. Read on to find out how.
A Parent’s Guide to Teen Parties
Category:: safety_and_prevention
As a parent, you know the importance of your teen’s social life and that parties are a way to socialize and relax. But an unsupervised or poorly planned party can result in unwanted or even tragic consequences. However, parental responsibility is the key to a fun and safe party.
A Message to Parents of Teen Drivers
Category:: safety_and_prevention
Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens and young adults. More than 5,500 young people die every year in car crashes and thousands more are injured. Parents can play an important role in reducing these numbers and keeping their teens alive.
Why Is My Child Having Trouble in School?—ADHD Toolkit
Category:: school-aged_children
It is very common for children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to have difficulties in school. These problems can occur for several reasons.
Why Am I Having So Much Trouble With School?—ADHD Toolkit
Category:: school-aged_children
It is very common to have difficulties in school if you have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Use of Psychostimulant Medication: Tips for Teens—ADHD Toolkit
Category:: substance_abuse
Stimulant medications are defined as controlled substances under federal and state regulations. The possession of stimulant medication without a prescription is against the law
Use of Psychostimulant Medication: Tips for Parents—ADHD Toolkit
Category:: substance_abuse
Help your teen be responsible with medication.
Managing Inattention, Impulsivity, and Hyperactivity: Tips for Families—Mental Health Toolkit
Category:: adolescents
Inattention and impulsivity are normal for young children. But by the time they’re in school, most children can pay attention for a longer time and can think and plan before they act. If your school-aged child behaves more like what you would expect from a younger child, this behavior may be a sign
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Category:: chronic_health_needs
Behavior management skills that can be included in a Care Plan include
Homework Tips for Parents to Teens—ADHD Toolkit
Category:: adhd
Identifying Where Problems Begin and Solutions for Improvement, Strategies for Helping Your Child. Need more information? Contact CHADD at www.chadd.org
ADHD—What is Behavioral Therapy?
Category:: chronic_health_needs
Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about behavioral therapy for a child with ADHD.
ADHD—What Types of Medication Reduce Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms?
Category:: chronic_health_needs
Helping children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may mean they need medication. Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about medications for children with ADHD.
ADHD—What Is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder?
Category:: chronic_health_needs
Behavior management skills that can be included in a Care Plan include