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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Treatment with psychotherapy and medications

Find out how psychotherapy and SSRIs can help treat PTSD in children and teens.

Psychological therapy and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Anxiety: Treatment with psychotherapy and lifestyle changes

Learn how psychotherapy and lifestyle changes can help your child cope with anxiety.

Epilepsy and learning

Learn how to support a child with epilepsy who experiences some of the cognitive consequences associated with the condition.

Behavioural strategies for pain management

Learn about behavioural strategies such as biofeedback and CBT. These strategies can be used for effective pain management for children.

Managing sickle cell pain

Learn about the 3P approach to pain management, which is a combination of psychological, physical and pharmacological (medications) strategies.

Somatization: Common treatments

Treatment for somatic symptoms is most effective when it is provided by a group of health-care professionals who work together. Discover the essential medical, mental health and rehabilitation supports that, together, can provide your child with the comprehensive care that they need.

Supporting your mental health and well-being

Learn about how to support your physical, mental and social health when you have a chronic condition.

Cognitive side effects of radiation

For some people, radiation can affect memory and ability to think, learn and concentrate. These are known as cognitive side effects. Find out who gets cognitive side effects, how you will know if you have cognitive side effects and the effects of these changes.

Bipolar disorder: Treatment with psychotherapy and lifestyle changes

Discover the different types of psychotherapy and lifestyle changes that can help a child or teen with bipolar disorder.

Astral 150 non-invasive ventilator

Learn how to use the Astral 150 for non-invasive ventilation.

Depression: Treatment with psychotherapy and lifestyle changes

​Find out how different types of psychotherapy and lifestyle changes can help ease depression.

Managing sickle cell pain

Learn about the 3P approach to pain management, which is a combination of psychological, physical and pharmacological (medications) strategies.

Bipolar disorder: Treatment and coping methods

Find out about some of the treatments and coping mechanisms available for bipolar disorder, including medications, psychotherapy and lifestyle changes.

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

Find out what causes obsesive compulsive disorder (OCD), the signs and symptoms and how it is treated.

131I-Metaiodobenzylguanidine (131I-MIBG) therapy for high-risk neuroblastoma

131I-MIBG is a radioactive therapy used to treat high-risk neuroblastoma. Learn how to prepare for the treatment and care for your child after MIBG therapy. Also learn about potential side effects and complications and when to seek medical attention.

Psychological treatments for juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

JIA can be difficult both physically and emotionally. Find out about some emotions that may be caused by JIA, when to seek counseling or psychological help, and what types of psychological therapies are available for children and teens.

Chronic pain: How to treat and manage in teens

​Find out how the 3P approach to pain management can help your teen manage their chronic pain.

Anxiety and anxiety disorders

Click on icons to learn about the physical and behavioural symptoms of an anxiety disorder. Then, scroll down for things to try when feeling anxious.

Brain disorders and mental health: Common treatments

Discover the range of treatments and support your child if they face mental health challenges because of a neurological condition.

Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.

Resmed Stellar 150 ventilator

Learn how to use a Resmed Stellar 150 ventilator.

Mental health concerns after a transplant

Treatment options for anorexia nervosa

​Find out about the range of in-hospital and outpatient treatments that can help a child recover from anorexia nervosa.

Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1)

Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) disease is a genetic disorder that causes muscle stiffness, that over time causes the muscles to become weaker and smaller.