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      Managing concerns about a teen's wellbeing

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      Children with chronic health issues may be more likely to be bullied and also have parents that are overprotective. Learn what you can do to deal with these issues.

      Puberty in girls

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      Puberty is a stage of development where your child's body starts to take on adult form. Learn about puberty in girls and how to talk to your daughter about puberty.

      Cyberbullying

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      ​Cyberbullying happens through the internet, texting or social media. Learn about what it looks like and what you can do for your child.

      Using gender-inclusive language

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      ​It is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn about how to be inclusive using gender-neutral language. 

      Using gender-inclusive language

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      No matter how others identify, it is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn tips about how to be more gender-inclusive and use gender-neutral language.

      Communicating online

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      Communicating over the internet is convenient, especially to connect with other teens affected by cancer, but there are things you need to consider. Learn tips to keep you safe online.

      Consenting to sexual activity

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

      Scoliosis surgery: How did other teens decide?

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      Watch video interviews with teens that have had surgery for their scoliosis. Learn about their reasons for deciding to have scoliosis surgery.

      Growth and development when a child has diabetes

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      Find out what it's like for a child with diabetes to adjust to different challenges of managing the condition at different ages and stages.

      Sickle cell disease and problem solving: Identify the problem

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      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.

      Transplant: How to get support from your network

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      Learn how to make the most of your network to get the support you need when a child has a long-term illness.

      Coping with your family and others

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      When a child goes through scoliosis surgery, the whole family is affected in many ways. Suggestions for coping with family during this stressful time.

      Michelle's scoliosis story

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

      Meal planning with changing carbohydrate intakes

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      Read the story of 13-year-old Sara and how her meal plan with changing carbohydrate intakes works for her.

      Accessing cancer information online

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      The internet is a useful resource to find information on cancer and treatments, but there is also a lot of misinformation. Find out tips to help you know where to go for reliable info and to help you think critically.

      Sickle cell disease: Emotions and problem solving

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      Learn about the impact of emotions on problem solving and how to use positive self-statements to give you the best chance of solving problems successfully.

      What to know about cyberbullying

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      Cyberbullying is a type of bullying that uses the internet, texting and social media. Learn what cyberbullying looks like and what to do about it.

      Urethral prolapse

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      Urethral prolapse occurs when a girl's urethra becomes swollen and sticks out. Learn about what causes urethral prolapse and how it is treated.

      Sickle cell disease: Positive and negative approaches to problem solving

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      Learn about positive and negative approaches to problem solving and the possible outcomes of each approach.

      Blood and marrow transplant (BMT) resources and links

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      Parents can find helpful resources on blood and marrow transplants.

      Adrian's scoliosis story

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

      Kidney transplant: Talking with healthcare providers on your own

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      Getting through the teen years

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      This page contains information to help parents cope with their increasingly independent teen.

      Sickle cell disease: Sleep restriction

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      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.

      Sickle cell disease: Challenges and how to overcome them

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      You and your teen may face setbacks when using the skills you have learned from the program. Learn some of the common reasons for setbacks and find tips to help you prevent or address setbacks.

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