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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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Navigating Missing School for Mental Health Treatment

Jun 23, 2025

Deciding when it’s okay to remove your child from class for a medical appointment can be even more difficult when they have had sporadic school participation for nearly a year because of the pandemic. Read More

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Separation Anxiety: How to Ease Your Child's Mind

May 21, 2025

It’s important to understand the difference between anxiety that’s part of normal development and anxiety that’s excessive, so you can seek support for your child when needed to help ease these symptoms. Read More

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The Importance of Support and Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth

May 15, 2025

LGBTQ+ youth deserve safe spaces and supportive relationships that empower them to thrive. Learn how advocacy, acceptance, and access to vital resources can make a life-saving difference. Read More

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Feeling Worried? Stress, Anxiety and Adjustment Disorders in Children

May 09, 2025

There isn’t a perfect definition of stress, but it is a common feeling these days. Dictionaries define stress as the feelings that result from pressure or tension. When big events happen on a global scale everyone feels more stressed! Read More

Habits in Children – Are They Cause for Concern?

May 05, 2025

A habit is defined as an acquired behavior pattern sometimes followed so regularly it can become involuntary. Commonly, people associate them with annoying or negative behaviors.  Read More

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Panic Attack or Anxiety Attack: What Is the Difference

May 02, 2025

As the school year approaches and social situations evolve, stress and anxiety can affect both children and adults. When these feelings build up, they may lead to physical symptoms that feel overwhelming. Racing heartbeats, tense muscles, difficulty breathing, shaking, and even tunnel vision are common signs that something may be wrong. But what exactly is happening? Are these symptoms caused by a panic attack or an anxiety attack? And is there a difference between the two? Read More

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Bigorexia: When Strength Training Goes too Far

May 01, 2025

Struggling with body image concerns? Bigorexia, or muscle dysmorphia, is a serious psychological disorder that leads individuals to believe they’re never muscular enough. Learn the signs, risks, and treatment options to support loved ones and promote a healthy relationship with fitness. Read More

Autism and Sleep

Autism and Sleep: Setting Up Routines for Bedtime Success

Apr 21, 2025

Everyone needs sleep, but getting enough sleep can be hard. Sleep problems are especially common in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Here are ideas that may be helpful for improving sleep in children with ASD. Read More