More Teens Getting Plastic Surgery
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More teenagers are choosing to change their appearance, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. In fact, in the past decade, the number of teens choosing surgery for a smaller nose, larger breasts and a skinnier waist has more than tripled. What should you do if your teen...
Benefits of Make Believe
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Today, young kids spend as many as 40 hours a week in front of a screen: computer, TV or video games. And what concerns some child psychologists is that these hours require very little imagination- the setting, the characters, the plot are all fully shown. And that leaves little opportunity for...
Grade School Bullying
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A new phrase has entered our vocabulary: "Barbie Brats." The name applies to an overlooked group of kids, young children, only 6 or 8 or 10 years old, who bully other kids in real life or on the Internet. For more go to: http://www.connectwithkids.com
Sexual Harassment
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On the court and in the classroom, girls have gained equality and even surpassed the boys in some ways. But a new study reports that in the hallways of American's high schools, sexual harassment of girls is an epidemic. For more go to: http://www.connectwithkids.com
Teen Smoking Decline Stops
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Experts are seeing troubling signs that what was once an annual double-digit decline in teen smoking has slowed down. In fact, for some age groups, the C-D-C reports the trend is now reversing. For more go to: http://www.connectwithkids.com
Pacifiers Linked to Ear Infections
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Ear infections are the most common medical diagnosis for kids six and under who are suffering from an illness. Now a new study says part of the blame for these infections may be a popular children's accessory-the pacifier. For more go to: http://www.connectwithkids.com
Games for ADHD
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2.5 million children in the U.S. are on medications for ADHD. But concerns over side-effects have lead parents to seek other treatments for their child's behavior. Some add omega-3 or herbal supplements to their child's diet, others avoid sugar, still others experiment with neurofeedback. But so...
Parents Behaving Badly
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According to a new study, when it comes to kids and sports, too many parents are pushy, profane and out of touch with what really matters- their child's growth, health, and enjoyment. For more go to: http://www.connectwithkids.com
Binge Drinking
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 26 percent of students admit to binge drinking- having five or more drinks in a period of just a few hours. In a world where getting wasted is a regular Friday night activity, how can you keep your teen safe? For more go to:...
Web Friends Over Real Friends
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Myspace, Facebook, Live Journal, Bebo, Xenga ... social networking sites have become a major part of a teenager's life. In fact, new teen surveys show that kids value their cyberworld friends as much or even more than their friends in the real world. But are these relationships good for a teen's...
Pain Study (ER)
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A trip to the emergency room or to the doctor can be traumatic in part because of the pain that so often comes with treatment. But if you ask children what they hate most about the visit, they'll probably say 'needles.' That's why doctors are looking for new ways to decrease the pain. For more...
Sleep Disorders
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In the middle of the night, if your child is snoring, most of us will ignore it and go back to sleep. But a new study from the University of Melbourne reports that snoring can cause the same harm in children as sleep apnea. It can impact the heart, as well as behavior and academic performance....
Home Alone
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According to the National Poll on Children's Health, nearly two-thirds of parents sometimes leave their young teens home alone for an hour or two. And one-fifth of parents leave them home all day. But are these kids prepared for any trouble that may come their way? For more go to:...
Prescription Drug Abuse
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The number of kids who use marijuana, cocaine, heroin and many other drugs has either been flat or in decline in recent years. But one category of drugs is exploding in popularity. For more go to: http://www.connectwithkids.com
Gun Violence
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The latest report from the Children's Defense Fund has startling news: in 2005, more than three thousand children were killed by guns. That's eight children every day. And, that's more than police officers killed in the line of duty. How can you keep your child safe? For more go to:...
Bunk Bed Falls (ER)
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When they ride in the car, we insist they fasten their seatbelts; when riding a bike, we make sure they wear a helmet; when it rains, we put them in a raincoat. And yet, as hard as we try to protect our children, the unexpected can still come along and hurt them. For more go to:...
Hold the Juice
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According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, kids are getting more calories from fruit juice and other sugary drinks than they were 20 years ago. And while juice can be a great source of Vitamin C, experts are advising parents to "hold the juice."
Political Teens
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Between rising fuel costs and the violence we see almost daily in Middle East, there is one small piece of good news: pollsters report an increased interest in this year's presidential election, including those who traditionally are the most apathetic: young people. For more go to:...
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