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… Depression Screening in Children and Teens On this page: Overview Related … Depression screening is a quick way for a doctor to see if your child has symptoms of depression. This screening is often part of a routine checkup. That's because your child's mental health is just as important as their …
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… Diabetes in Children: Counting Carbs Actionset Overview Carbohydrate counting is a skill that can help you and your child plan his or her meals to manage diabetes and … rice, and pasta). Sugary foods (such as candy and cakes). Using this method to provide consistent carbohydrate at each …
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… Umbilical Hernia in Children On this page: … , fat, or fluid pushes through a weak spot or hole in your baby's stomach muscles. This causes a bulge near or in the belly button, or navel. It may look like your child's belly button is swollen. Many children have an …
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… in the intestine. The problem usually happens in young children. What causes it? The cause of intussusception in … Symptoms of intussusception usually begin suddenly. Your child may: Act fussy. Vomit often. Have severe belly … pain and cramping that last from 1 to 5 minutes. Afterward, your child may seem normal, but another period of pain may …
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… cause injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play safely. Find playgrounds that have … your child learn to stay away from swings while others are using them. Make sure children go single-file up steps to …
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… Physical activity in children: Get children involved Last updated November 30, … like it. Physical activity: variety and fun You can help your child explore lots of different activities to find … eye on the amount of time your child spends watching TV, or using computers, tablets, smartphones and other devices with …
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… possible. Getting more fit, even a little bit, can improve your health. You don't have to be an athlete to be fit. A … like playing with your kids, gardening, dancing, or biking. Children and teenagers who are fit may have more energy and … activity part of your regular day. Make a regular habit of using stairs, not elevators, and walking to do errands near …
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… Overview You may want to give the teacher a copy of your child's treatment plan to keep with this school plan. Adapt this form to fit your child's needs. Keep a copy of the completed form for …
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… than a week or so. Hand-foot-and-mouth disease is common in children but can also occur in adults. It can occur at any … the incubation period. What are the symptoms? At first your child may feel tired, get a sore throat, or have a … even realize it. How is it diagnosed? A doctor can tell if your child has hand-foot-and-mouth disease by the symptoms …
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… Reducing Biting in Children Ages 15 to 36 Months On this page: Overview Related … such as, "You must feel angry with Bobby for taking your toy." Encouraging the child to use language to express himself or herself. Say, "Use your words, don't bite." Teaching your child empathy, which …