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Posted by: Natalie I. Rine, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP on Jul 08, 2025

E-cigarettes may seem safer than traditional smoking, but they pose serious risks, especially for children and teens. From nicotine addiction and poisoning to life-threatening lung illness, learn why vaping is dangerous and how to protect your family.

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10 Tips to Teach Your Kids How to Combat Bullying

A 2022 national survey found that 19.2% of students ages 12-18 reported being bullied during school, with 21.6% of those students being bullied online or by text. As a parent or caregiver, how can you recognize the signs and offer your child help?
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How to Talk to Kids About Divorce
Divorce can be a life-altering transition -- not just for parents, but also for children. While every family’s experience is different, many parents worry about how their children will adjust and what they can do to support them through the transition.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Why do children lie?

Why Do Children Lie?

May 03, 2022

When children lie, it can be a frustrating and emotional battle. While lying is typical behavior, there are some strategies you can use to minimize it and encourage honesty. Read More

Digital Boundaries for Teens and Caregivers

Digital Boundaries for Teens and Caregivers

Apr 21, 2022

The foundation for online safety is creating healthy digital boundaries — what a young person is comfortable doing, seeing, and feeling while using technology and how they would like to be treated by others. Read More

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Social Media: It's Not All Bad

Dec 02, 2021

Lately, we hear a lot about how terrible social media is. It may seem like it has become a place full of angry, opinionated people, and images so filtered that they are damaging perceptions and standards. Those things may be true from time to time, but I’m here to stand up for what’s good about social media. Read More

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Screening for Depression: It May Not Be Mood Swings

Nov 24, 2021

Most parents expect that their teens may have mood swings, but sometimes those feelings of sadness can last longer and be more severe. Adolescent depression is common. Learn more about how pediatricians are screening for adolescent depression. Read More

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Using Photo Filters on Social Media: Watch for the Red Flags

Sep 23, 2021

No matter your age, you cannot deny that social media and its accompanying array of photo filters have fully integrated into modern popular culture. Filters can be fun, creative, and can make us laugh! However, there are a few “red flags” to be aware of when engaging with photo filters. Read More

Understanding Why Kids Die by Suicide

Understanding Why Kids Die by Suicide

Sep 09, 2021

The number of kids aged 5 to 11 in the United States who have died by suicide in recent years has increased significantly. Researchers in our Center for Suicide Prevention and Research determined that if we’re going to impact the suicide rate of children in this age group, we must first understand if there are common themes for why children are dying by suicide. 
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Black Youth Suicide: How to Slow Rising Rates

Jul 30, 2021

Suicide is the second leading cause of death in 10- to 19-year-olds. Little research exists on the rate of Black youth suicide specifically, but we do know it is on the rise. Read More

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Addressing Behavioral Health Concerns in the Primary Care Setting

Jun 28, 2021

The pandemic has made parenting even harder and stress has caused some children to act out or withdraw. Your pediatrician’s office is a great place to go for help. Read More