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In this Helping Hand™, we discuss the causes and treatment of acne. Acne is a skin condition that happens when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples.

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Birth Control: Hormonal IUD

The hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped plastic device with strings attached. The hormonal IUD works mainly by thickening the cervical mucus to keep the sperm from joining with an egg.

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Birth Control Non Hormonal IUD

The non-hormonal copper intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped plastic device wrapped in copper with two strings attached. The copper IUD slowly releases copper into the uterus preventing sperm from fertilizing an egg. The copper IUD does not have any hormones.

What Types of Birth Control Are 99% Effective?
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What Types of Birth Control Are 99% Effective?

Parents are probably familiar with the birth control pill, but there are other options of birth control available for your teen that don’t have to be taken every day.

What You and Your Teen Need to Know About Male Birth Control
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What You and Your Teen Need to Know About Male Birth Control

Teens are responsible for their own health and should prioritize the health of their partner as well. Parents and trusted adults also play an important role by encouraging communication about healthy behaviors and relationships.

Tips for Talking to Your Teen
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Tips for Talking to Your Teen

Parents who talk to their teens about pregnancy, sex and birth control have teens that start having sex later and are more likely to use birth control and condoms when they do. Here are some tips on talking with your teen.

Beyond the Birds and the Bees: Talking with Your Children About Getting Pregnant
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Beyond the Birds and the Bees: Talking with Your Children About Getting Pregnant

You should not wait for your child to ask questions about sex. Children are curious, but most are not bold enough to openly speak with their parents about sex and pregnancy. It’s important to remember that sex is a natural part of life and they shouldn’t feel ashamed by their feelings.

7 Ways for Parents to Support Their Child In Their First Relationship
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7 Ways for Parents to Support Their Child In Their First Relationship

How can parents of teens have a conversation and an open line of communication upon his or her first relationship without it seeming like an after-school special? Here are some of our expert's favorite tips to address questions and concerns. 

Risks of Teen Pregnancy
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Risks of Teen Pregnancy

Being pregnant as a teenager puts you at higher risk for having a baby born too early, with a low birth weight and, tragically, higher risk of death.

Sexually Transmitted Infections and Teens: Parents Hold the Key to Prevention
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Sexually Transmitted Infections and Teens: Parents Hold the Key to Prevention

When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), many parents may feel uncomfortable talking with their teen. This is hardly surprising, as the “sex talk” tends to be the last thing most parents want to discuss!

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