We are facing a mental health crisis. Teenagers and young adults are more depressed, suicidal, anxious and lonely than ever before. Depression rates among teens have been increasing since the early 2000s. A 2018 national survey found that 13.3 per cent of U.S. adolescents experienced a major depressive episode in the last year. But it’s […]
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Nearly 80% of U.S. children grow up with a sibling. For many, brothers and sisters are life companions, close confidants and sharers of memories. But siblings also are natural competitors for parents’ attention. When brothers and sisters view parents’ love and attention as limited – or lopsided in favor of their sibling – rivalry may […]
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Many children don’t receive dental care because the cost of treatment can be high. Luckily, dental insurance can help offset the out-of-pocket costs to ensure you can afford the treatment your child needs. Here are 5 of the best dental insurance providers for children to consider!
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These subscription boxes not only make playtime easier, but they introduce toddlers and kids to new interests. To help decide which subscription box to try, here is a list of the best subscription boxes for toddlers and kids and what to expect with each of them…
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All children go through emotional fluctuations but some have more difficulty coping than others. Here are 11 warning signs that your child may benefit from therapy.
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Sixteen-year-old Karl is seen for the first time in my optometry practice. He was referred to me for a fluctuating vision problem. During his examination, I saw signs suggesting he may have diabetes, which could have explained the fluctuating vision. This suspicion became a reality when his family doctor confirmed the diagnosis. Karl’s world was […]
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