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Michelle's scoliosis story

Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and the first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.

Your incision scar, numbness, and pain

Some teens may experience pain or numbness after scoliosis surgery. Find out how other teens recovering from scoliosis surgery feel about their pain.

Bed-wetting (nocturnal enuresis) in children

Find information about how old most children are when they develop good bladder control at night. Also learn about some of the causes of bed-wetting and what you can do to help your child.

Adrian's scoliosis story

Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and their first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.

Sickle cell disease and problem solving: Going through Steps 1 to 5

If you have completed the five steps of the Bright IDEAS system and are not satisfied with the result, you might need to go back and try Steps 1 to 5 again. Read through the case study for an example of what this can look like.

Your emotions: At home after scoliosis surgery

When it is time to go home following your scoliosis surgery you may feel nervous or afraid. Learn about some coping techniques that may help you.

Samantha's scoliosis story

Read about what other teenagers with scoliosis went through when they had surgery.

Your emotions: Before scoliosis surgery

When preparing to have scoliosis surgery, it is normal to experience a change in mood, or anxiety. Read about why they occur and tips for managing them.

Foot and ankle: Clubfoot - Treatment with a boots and bar orthosis

Clubfoot is a malformation of the foot present at birth that causes the foot to be turned inward and downward. Learn about how it is treated with the boots and bar orthosis, and how to take care of your child.

Birth control and pregnancy

Kidney transplant: Talking with healthcare providers on your own

Personal care after scoliosis surgery

After scoliosis surgery, there are some personal care issues you may be faced with. Read the experiences of other teens that also had scoliosis surgery.

Staying active when you have juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Managing stress after a transplant

Kimberly's scoliosis story

Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and their first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.

Sickle cell disease: Sleep restriction

Find out how to set up a new sleep schedule to help you spend more of your time in bed sleeping instead of tossing and turning.

Changes in body shape and back movement

Scoliosis surgery may result in a drastic change of your spine and posture. Read accounts of what it was like to adjust after having scoliosis surgery.

Sickle cell disease and problem solving: Identify the problem

The first step to problem solving is identifying the problem. This page offers tips to help you recognize when there is a problem and then identify the problem as clearly as possible.

Nuss bar procedure: Physiotherapy and pain management

Learn how physiotherapy can help your teen before and after a Nuss bar procedure.

Hepatitis B: Information for children

Information for children with hepatitis B, including what it is and how to live a healthy lifestyle with the virus.

Crying: What you can do

Learn about managing your baby's crying. Keeping calm and comforting your baby will often help soothe them.

Status epilepticus

Read about the causes and symptoms of status epilepticus and how it is treated.

Sickle cell disease and setting goals

A goal is something that is important to you and that you want to accomplish. You can set a goal for any part of your life, such as your general health, your activity, your social life, your school grades, your sleep and so on.

Consenting to sexual activity

Learn what it means to give consent for sexual activity and what to consider when determining whether a sexual relationship is safe and appropriate.

Stress