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.
Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and their first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.
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.
Puberty is a stage of development where your child's body starts to take on adult form. Learn about puberty in boys and how to talk to your son about puberty.
Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and the first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.
Learn how a child's transplant can affect their siblings and how you can help them adjust.
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.
Learn what it means to give consent for sexual activity and what to consider when determining whether a sexual relationship is safe and appropriate.
Some teens may experience pain or numbness after scoliosis surgery. Find out how other teens recovering from scoliosis surgery feel about their pain.
Learn about positive and negative approaches to problem solving and the possible outcomes of each approach.
Watch video interviews with teens that have had surgery for their scoliosis. Learn about their reasons for deciding to have scoliosis surgery.
Read about what other teenagers with scoliosis went through when they had surgery.
A three-sentence health summary is a short statement about your health history, treatment and concerns. Learn how to create your own three-sentence health summary.
Read the story of 13-year-old Sara and how her meal plan with changing carbohydrate intakes works for her.
Cardiopulmonary physiotherapy treatment (CPT) is used to clear mucus from the airways. Learn about the benefits of CPT and the different techniques you can learn to help clear your child’s airways.
Parents can find helpful resources on blood and marrow transplants.
Discover how to use the 3P approach to manage chronic pain in a young child.
Learn helpful tips when talking to your child about illness.
Asthma is a condition that affects your child’s lungs. Learn about how to care for your child after a hospital visit.
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.
