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Health Care Providers: Behavioral Health Specialists for Parents

Behavioral health is medical care that helps manage emotions and behaviors. The main health care providers who work in behavioral health are psychologists and psychiatrists.
What's a Primary Care Physician (PCP)? for Parents

PCPs are health care providers that offer routine checkups, vaccines, and non-emergency medical care. Learn more about PCPs and how to choose a great one.
Female Athlete Triad for Teens

Female athlete triad is a combination of three conditions: disordered eating, amenorrhea (loss of a girl's period), and osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones).
What Can I Do to Ease My Child's Fear of Shots? for Parents

Find out what can help kids deal with getting vaccines and other shots.
Making Fingersticks and Insulin Shots Easier for Kids With Diabetes for Parents

Blood tests and insulin injections can be a challenge for kids with diabetes and their parents. Here are some tips for coping with these.
Health Care Providers: Pediatricians for Parents

A pediatrician is a doctor who diagnoses and treats children’s health conditions and concerns, including physical, behavior, developmental, and mental health issues.
Health Care Providers: Family Doctors for Parents

Family doctors, also called family physicians, care for patients of all ages and genders, from birth to the end of life.
22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome (DiGeorge Syndrome) for Parents

22q11.2 deletion syndrome (also called DiGeorge Syndrome) is a genetic condition that can cause a variety of physical and behavioral problems.
Eating Disorders for Parents

Eating disorders are common among teens and kids, especially young women. Read about the warning signs, prevention strategies, and ways to help a child with an eating disorder.
Your Diabetes Health Care Team for Teens

It takes all of your team members — you, your parents, doctors, dietitians, and mental health pros — to help you take care of your diabetes.

A KidsHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.