Concerns about being overweight begin as early as preschool, and the drive for thinness intensifies with age. ... read more

If your kid is heading off to high school or college, how can you be sure they'll be kept safe? ... read more

Transitioning from high school to the next life stage can be a time of excitement. But it can also be a time filled with uncertainty. ... read more

Drug testing in adolescents can be useful as a part of a complete assessment for substance use or mental health disorders. ... read more

What are your kids doing this summer? Sitting around playing video games all day? Or do you have something healthier and more fun in mind? ... read more

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) feels strongly that parents should never -- even for a moment -- leave children alone near open bodies of water. ... read more

Fevers can be scary for parents. Learning what causes fevers and how to treat them will ease your anxiety. ... read more

Toddlers. One minute they’re singing and dancing and the next they’re a pile of tears. What's a parent to do? ... read more

Teens are actively engaged in social media, social networking, and texting. Do you know what your teen is up to online? ... read more