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When traveling with little ones, consider these expert tips

Before you hit the road or take to the skies this holiday season, here’s what pediatricians from Children’s National Health System want you to know.

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Preparing your child with autism for a medical visit

The Children’s National Autism Behavioral Consult team shares some tips for preparing your child with autism for a medical visit.

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Is it anxiety or acting out?

Psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, explains how anxiety can make children retreat or act out – and how parents can help prevent these disruptive or out-of-control behaviors.

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Body image in the summer

If your child or adolescent seems reluctant to head to the water or put on a bathing suit, there are some important things you can do to help.

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Thirteen Reasons Why: Talking to your teen about sexual assault

The best way for teens to report unwanted sexual contact is to identify a trusted adult and just tell them the truth and the facts of what happened.