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Could your child have seasonal affective disorder?

Each year, more than 1 million children and adolescents suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as the winter blues, a subtype of depression that follows a seasonal pattern.

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Winter sports safety tips for kids

Despite the risk for injury, physical activity in the wintertime is important for a child’s overall health and the strength of their bones.

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Dressing for colder weather

Dr. Yael Smiley answers common questions for parents with young children about dressing for colder weather.

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Autism and genetic disorders

Many genetic diagnoses increase the likelihood that a child will be diagnosed with autism.

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Don’t forget to wash that sports equipment!

There’s an often-overlooked aspect that plays a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being of young athletes – washing their sports equipment.