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Posted by: Heather Yardley, PhD on Jan 09, 2026

All kids have worries and doubts. But kids with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often can’t stop worrying, no matter how much they want to. And those worries frequently compel them to behave in certain ways over and over again.

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When Pain Gets in the Way: What Parents Should Know
When a child lives with chronic pain, getting through the school day can feel impossible—for them and for you. Learn how pain-related thoughts (in kids and parents) can fuel school avoidance, and discover practical strategies to build routines, partner with the school, and help your child stay engaged and confident in the classroom.
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Can Fatty Acid Supplements Improve Your Child’s Behavior?
When children are born prematurely, they may miss out on important nutrients that affect brain development. As a result, preemies can sometimes struggle in school or with behavior problems. Physicians or parents may try to make up for that lost time using nutritional supplements.

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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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For better or worse, change has become the new normal, creating feelings of stress in both children and adults. As we adjust to important changes, we can find ourselves weighed down by worry and uncertainty. How do we cope in an ever-changing world? Read More

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Videos of influencers and celebrities inhaling nitrous oxide, or "whippets," have gone viral on social media, highlighting a dangerous trend. Once used in medical and dental settings, nitrous oxide is now being misused for a short-term high, especially among teens and young adults. Despite not being classified as illegal, its misuse poses significant health risks, including heart failure and permanent nervous system damage Read More

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4 Tips for Encouraging Creativity in Children

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From drawing and painting to playing an instrument or dancing, there are many ways that children can be creative while having fun. Here are 4 tips to set you and your child up for success as they explore creative pursuits. Read More

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How to Stop Your Child’s Whining

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Understanding why your child is whining is important in determining how to respond and it will help problem solve their needs. Learn how you can manage you child's whining. Read More

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Doomscrolling and Brain Rot: What Are They?

Jan 30, 2025

It’s not about completely avoiding screens (because let’s be real, that’s practically impossible). But we can help kids and teens reduce their reliance on technology and recalibrate their brains. Here are a few tips. Read More

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Building Healthy Self-Esteem in Children

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How we value and perceive ourselves is better known as “self-esteem.” Our experiences, our environment, and the people with whom we choose to surround ourselves can all have an effect on how we see ourselves. Read More

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6 Tips for Working from Home While Caring for Young Children

Jan 24, 2025

If you are among the families trying to balance childcare with remote work here are some simple strategies you can use to problem solve and plan ahead in order to avoid challenging behavior. Read More

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Nail Biting Prevention and Habit Reversal Tips: How to Get Your Child to Stop

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Nail-biting is a common and frustrating habit for many children, teens and parents. But, there is good news: more than 75 percent of teens who bite their nails will stop by age 35. Read More