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  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for Parents


    Kids and teens who live through a traumatic event can develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Healing is possible with the help of professional counseling and support from loved ones.

  • Cutting & Self-Injury for Teens


    It can be hard to understand, but people who self-injure sometimes do it because it actually makes them feel better. They are overflowing with emotions - like sadness, depression, or anger - that they have trouble expressing.

  • 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.

  • Teaching Kids to Be Smart About Social Media for Parents


    Before kids or teens hit "enter," make sure they know the rules when it comes to oversharing, teasing, posting personal info, and other online don'ts.

  • Pica for Parents


    Some young kids have the eating disorder pica, which is characterized by cravings to eat nonfood items.

  • A to Z: Fragile X Syndrome for Parents


    Kids with this inherited disorder can do well with therapies to help treat the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral challenges they face. Learn more here.

  • A to Z: Psychosis for Parents


    Learn about symptoms of mental illness and conditions that affect thinking and behavior.

  • 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.

  • Cutting and Self-Harm for Parents


    Some teens and even pre-teens hurt themselves on purpose. Find out why some cut or do other types of self-injury and how to help.

  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder for Teens


    Sometimes after experiencing a traumatic event, a person has a strong and lingering reaction known as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Getting treatment and support can make all the difference.

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