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Read here for information on issues such as health, stress, bullying, backpacks, and the potential pitfalls of adolescence.
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01. 10 signs of vision problems
Here are 10 signs that your child may have a vision problem.
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02. Check your child's vision
Not being able to see the chalk board in class is not the only clue that your child may have problems with his vision. When should you get your child's eyes tested?
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03. Backpacks get bad rap
While they may be crammed with everything but the kitchen sink, those heavy backpacks your children lug to school don't cause back pain, a new study found.
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04. Beating backpack back pain
Learners who wear backpacks, and carry too much in it, can suffer neck, shoulder and back pain and compromise their posture, says the American Occupational Therapy Association.
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05. The right way to wear a backpack
There is a right way to wear a school backpack. Follow these pointers to take some weight off your child's shoulders.
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06. Buckling under backpacks
While a child's backpack may carry everything from his lunchbox to his homework books, it can put strain on his back, if not worn correctly.
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07. Kids and computer strain
When kids spend hours in front of computer screens, it can cause physical problems. Here are tips to prevent these problems.
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08. Your diabetic child at school
Parents need to work in conjunction with schools in order to provide a safe environment for diabetic children.
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09. When push comes to shove
Children need exercise. Sports activities – at school, or privately – are the best way to get your kids moving. But how do you know if you're turning into a pushy parent?
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10. Tik: is your child at risk?
Kids love it. It's easily accessible, relatively cheap and can even be made in your kitchen. It’s called crystal meth or “tik”. Why is everyone up in arms about this drug trend?
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11. Bullying on the playground
Your child has been punched in the face by three bullies, who also stole his lunch. Now he's scared to go to school. What is bullying and what can we do about it?
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12. Standing up to bullies
The ancient art of bullying is alive and well in the 21st century. And the toll - physical and emotional - is incalculable.
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13. Stress: help your child cope
They don't have to deal with grueling commutes, bad bosses or endless streams of bills.
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14. Teen health danger zones
You're going to live forever, right? Wrong. Even though health is often the last thing on your mind at this age, there are danger zones of which you need to take note.
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15. Educate children about sex
Is sex education appropriate at a young age? Or will it lead to promiscuity? An expert gives advice.
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