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Avoiding drowsy driving after Daylight Saving

For teenagers, the sleep loss caused by Daylight Saving Time can be even more pronounced than it is for adults, which can lead to drowsy driving.

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Q&A: How do I get my child to play with their older friends?

Psychologist Eleanor Mackey answers a reader’s question about helping her daughter play with her friends.

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Preparing your child for a new sibling

Start talking to your kids about the new arrival when you would feel comfortable sharing with others.

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How to talk to your child about mental health

As a parent, it can be challenging to find the right words to have a tough conversation with your kids, but there are a few tips that can help you both feel comfortable.

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Anxiety: How to make things easier for your child and yourself

Anxiety in our kids isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it’s the avoidance behaviors that anxiety brings out that can be problematic.