What to do when your child has a mental health emergency
The following summaries can help you take the appropriate actions when your child has a mental health emergency.
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What is functional abdominal pain?
Healthy children who repeatedly complain of stomach aches for two months or more may have something called “functional abdominal pain.”
The pandemic and eating disorders
While eating disorders have been relatively common in teens for decades, the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the conditions that sometimes lead to unhealthy eating.
How to know when your child is ready for camp
Maureen Monaghan, PhD, a psychologist at Children’s National, provides some tips to help figure out if your child is ready for camp.
Bullying: A serious threat to children’s health
This guide educates parents about the dangers of bullying and offers steps to prevent it and support their children.
