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American Academy of Pediatrics: Policy Statement on Supporting Transgender, Gender-Diverse Youths

In recent years, “gender identity” has increasingly been recognized as a complex concept that goes beyond traditional definitions of masculinity and femininity. Society struggles to adapt to and appreciate the diverse experiences of transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals, which contributes Read more >>

For Teens: Creating Your Personal Stress-Management Plan [downloadable]

Resilience is the quality that allows you to “bounce back,” adapt, and persevere when you are faced with problems or challenges. Becoming more emotionally resilient will help you manage hard times and stress. The following 10-point plan was developed to Read more >>

Classroom Accommodations for Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia is a neurological disorder characterized by writing disabilities. In children, the disorder generally emerges when they are first introduced to writing. For kids with dysgraphia, the effort of writing can get in the way of learning. Here’s a look Read more >>

Why You Should Stop Yelling at Your Kids

The use of spanking to discipline children has been in decline for 50 years. But yelling? Almost everybody still yells at their kids sometimes, even the parents who know it doesn’t work. Yelling may be the most widespread parental stupidity Read more >>

Video Game Helps Kids Understand Experiences Of Peers On The Autism Spectrum

A new game developed by Carnegie Mellon University students is helping elementary schoolers understand what life is like for kids on the autism spectrum. Created by the university’s Entertainment Technology Center, Prism uses its animal characters as allegories for the Read more >>

Lawnmower Parents Are the New Helicopter Parents & We Are Not Here for It

Lawnmower parents go to whatever lengths necessary to prevent their child from having to face adversity, struggle, or failure. Instead of preparing children for challenges, they mow obstacles down so kids won’t experience them in the first place. Read more >>

Developmental Milestones Checklists for Infants and Young Children [downloadable]

Developmental milestones are behaviors and skills that most children demonstrate at a given age. It’s important to note that all children develop differently. Milestone checklists provide examples of typical development progress at that age. Read more >>

How to Reduce the Mental Health Risk for Gender-Nonconforming Kids

In recent years, much of the country has become more accepting of those with sexual- and gender-nonconforming identities. Many in the LGBTQ community still face pressure, hostility and discrimination from a variety of sources, including their own families. Read more >>

Pediatricians Sound Alarm About Food Additives and Children’s Health

When children ingest chemicals added to food and food packaging, their health may suffer, the American Academy of Pediatrics warns in a new policy statement, advising parents to be cautious about plastic containers, avoid processed meats and take other steps Read more >>

Seven Questions You Need to Ask on Back-to-School Night

With the new school year upon us, parents will be attending a back-to-school night at their child’s school. Many ask us, “What questions should I be asking?” Here are seven you might explore with your child’s teachers and principal. Read more >>

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