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Posted by: Raymond Troy, MD on Sep 24, 2026

Stress and emotions can sometimes show up as very real physical symptoms in kids, from stomachaches and headaches to nausea or a racing heart. Learn why this happens, when to talk with your child’s doctor, and how families can identify triggers and build healthy coping skills.

 
 
 

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Stress in Young Athletes

Young athletes deal with stress every day. They may feel stress from hard practices, big games, schoolwork and their emotions. Learning how to handle stress is important for doing well in sports and staying healthy.

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Let’s Talk About the Benadryl Challenge: What Parents Should Know
The Benadryl Challenge has been on social media since 2020 but has recently become popular again. The challenge involves taking multiple, large doses of diphenhydramine (also known as Benadryl) to induce hallucinations.

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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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How Can You Help Fight Behavioral Health Stigmas? #starttheconvo

Jun 15, 2017

One in five children ages 13 to 18 experiences a significant mental illness, and less than half get the treatment they need. This staggering statistic demands a bold response. Read More

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Kids and Video Games: Setting Limits for Healthy Play

May 05, 2017

What are the consequences of playing video games? What are there any benefits? And how can you limit time on video games? Read More

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ADHD: What Is It, Does My Child Have It, and What Can I Do About It?

May 01, 2017

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is considered a neurodevelopmental disorder, meaning it begins to reveal itself and cause problems as the brain develops during childhood. It impacts the ability to regulate attention, behavior, and emotion. Read More

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Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Difference Between Boys and Girls

Apr 21, 2017

This is a ratio of 1 female for every 4 males diagnosed with autism. As more is known about autism, there is a growing awareness that these gender and sex differences may be more complex than we originally thought. Read More

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Autism Diagnosis: A Parent's Perspective

Apr 02, 2017

Today is World Autism Day. Today, and every day, my world is autism. The first time a doctor mentioned autism to me I was shocked. Read More

Binge Eating Disorder: Not Just Overeating

Binge Eating Disorder: Not Just Overeating

Feb 22, 2017

Binge eating, binge watching Netflix, binge drinking, binge shopping. There are many uses in our culture for the word “binge.” But what does it really mean? By definition, binge means indulging in an activity to excess. One activity people often associate with the word binge is eating. Read More

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Anorexia Nervosa: Parents as Part of the Treatment Team

Feb 20, 2017

What is Anorexia Nervosa? Anorexia Nervosa (anorexia or AN) is a biologically-based disorder that involves restricting one’s food intake, leading to significantly low body weight. Anorexia is accompanied by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted perception of one’s body. Read More