Teen Health 411
Nancy L. Brown, PhD
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If you have teenagers, chances are good that they babysit, and it is very common for families to have rules about babysitting. For example, while baby...
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In Teen Health 411 - Posted 2 days ago
Nutritionists tell us that a rainbow of colors offers balanced nutrition and it is fun to talk with kids about the food pyramid and how eating a varie...
In Teen Health 411 - Posted 6 days ago
To be healthy teens need to assume responsibility for their lives gradually, as they are emotionally ready for it, but hopefully before they need the ...
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In Teen Health 411 - Posted 1 week ago
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that in 2007 the percentage of adults that were considered obese (based on their BMI score) had grown to...
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There is some very dangerous stuff happening at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Washington D.C. There is a Proposed Rule Ensuring...
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In Teen Health 411 - Posted 2 weeks ago
Yesterday was the second annual observance of Get Ready Day, designed to raise awareness about community preparedness. The goals of the campaign ar...
In Teen Health 411 - Posted 3 weeks ago
One of the most important things in our lives is knowing we have family and friends who will love us no matter what happens. Being able to recognize w...
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In Teen Health 411 - Posted 3 weeks ago
Sometimes young adults are not ready for a 4-year university right out of high school, but the transition from high school to college still includes m...
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In Teen Health 411 - Posted 4 weeks ago
Marjorie Savage wrote You're On Your Own (but I'm here if you need me) to help parents mentor their children during the college years, and I definitel...
In Teen Health 411 - Posted 4 weeks ago
Parents can help prevent early sexual behavior and risk. Between the ages of 9 and 12 preteens care what their parents think and are listening to what...
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