When the majority of schools across the country closed, many parents felt the stress of taking more active roles in their children’s education. As time away from the classroom extends
Parenting
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Today, with the popularity of earbuds and other personal listening devices, it’s hard to know if your child or teenager is listening to music at a safe level. Hearing loss caused by loud sound, also known as noise-induced hearing loss, is permanent — but fortunately, it also is 100% preventable. ...
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A new Cleveland Clinic Children’s study is the latest to find that teens who regularly vape THC were more likely to develop e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury (EVALI).
Covering faces helps slow the spread of viruses, but it also blocks the view of the friendly smiles and encouraging facial expressions that typically set kids at ease. It’s important to know that it’s normal for kids to feel uneasy or anxious with the presence of — or having to wear — masks. To help kids get more comfortable, try these expert tips. ...
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With summer in full swing, many families are thinking differently about vacation. While there’s value in staycations or even the simplicity of summer at home, other families are opting for adapted travel adventures. One local writer shares her family's experience with a recent RV rental. ...
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Selective mutism is a complex childhood anxiety disorder characterized by a child’s lack of verbal communication in select social environments, such as school. Children with selective mutism possess the ability to speak, but are selective of the settings in which they choose to speak. ...
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