Frustrated teenager

When a teen talks back: A psychologist’s guide for stepparents

When a teen talks back, it can feel disrespectful — but it’s often a sign they’re trying to meet a need.

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What you need to know about hantavirus

Hantaviruses are a family of viruses usually carried by rodents, such as mice and rats.

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Positive discipline strategies: a pediatrician’s guide for parents

As with many areas of child development, prevention is one of the most powerful tools we have.

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School-based therapy over summer break: how to prevent skill regression

When school-based therapy services (OT, PT and speech therapy) pause for summer break, some students experience skill regression.

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How climate change affects kids’ health

Climate change can affect children’s health in ways many families may not expect.