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Helping your child with a fear of water

In her latest post, child psychologist Dr. Eleanor Mackey discusses how parents can help a child overcome their fear of water.

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Kids and pets

Helping your child feel comfortable with and gain the skills to interact with pets is a life-long gift.

Girl thinking she's fat

Addressing body image concerns in teens

The media’s push towards a specific “ideal image” can become a dangerous and sometimes life-threatening one.

Unhappy kid scratching hair for head lice

How to treat lice and prevent it from spreading

Second to the common cold, lice is the most contagious infectious disease a child can get. Here’s how to treat it.

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Healthy skin care tips for your family

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Anna Kirkorian shares insight on common skin problems.