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Posted by: Laura Cook, PhD on Nov 10, 2026

You don’t have to be a mental health professional to make a difference. Learn how listening, staying informed and speaking up can help reduce stigma, support children and families and create a community where mental health matters.

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7 Ways to Help Kids Cope Through Change
Big life changes, like moving, switching schools or welcoming a new family member, can be stressful for kids. Learn seven simple ways to help your child adjust, manage emotions and feel safe and supported during times of change.
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Small Things Build Stronger Relationships
Building a stronger relationship with your child doesn’t require big gestures. Learn how small, everyday moments of quality time, encouragement, listening and respect can strengthen trust, improve communication and create lasting connections.

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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 to Help a Child Build Resilience to Combat Stress

Oct 26, 2026

Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting effects on health, but they don't define a child's future. Learn how resilience helps children adapt to challenges and discover practical ways parents, caregivers, and pediatricians can support healthy development.  Read More

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Protecting Our Kids: What Parents Need to Know About Substance Exposures at School

Oct 23, 2026

As parents, we usually think of school as one of the safest places for our children. However, a recent study by the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Central Ohio Poison Center reveals a trend that all parents should have on their radar. Read More

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Mental Health: Help Stop the Stigma

Oct 09, 2026

Mental health is something we all have, yet stigma and misconceptions can make it difficult to talk about. Learn why mental health is just as important as physical health, how common mental health challenges are in children and teens, and how open conversations can help families recognize concerns and seek support when needed. Read More

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Stress and Physical Symptoms: When It's Not Just in Your Head

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

Jul 13, 2026

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. Read More

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Let’s Talk About the Benadryl Challenge: What Parents Should Know

Jun 26, 2026

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. Read More

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7 Tips for Talking to Children About a Death by Suicide

Apr 24, 2026

Losing someone to death by suicide can be shocking, frightening, and incomprehensible for both adults and children alike. Helping a child manage the unexpected loss in a healthy way is an important step forward. Read More

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How to Support Children Through Grief

Apr 24, 2026

Navigating any kind of loss can be difficult. Supporting a child through the loss of a loved one, especially when you’re grieving, too, is even harder. Read More