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      Physical activity: Benefits of exercise for health and wellbeing

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      Discover how physical activity can improve your child's physical health, brain function and mood.

      Cancer and depression

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      Feeling sad sometimes is normal, especially during cancer treatment. Learn about the differences between feeling sad and depression and treatment options available.

      Self-efficacy in children

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      ​​Learn why self-efficacy is important for academic success and well-being in children.

      Depression: Overview

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      Depression is different from situational or short-term sadness. Learn about what causes depression, how common it is in children and teens, and what you can do to help your child.

      How to help your child communicate about celiac disease

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      Learn how to support your child develop communications skills to discuss celiac disease and the strict gluten-free diet, as well as advocate for their medical and dietary needs.

      Teen

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      The teen years can be challenging for your child, and for you. Learn how you can guide your teenager to follow nutrition guidelines, develop good sleep habits, manage their mental health and make safe lifestyle decisions.

      Brain disorders and mental health: Overview

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      ​Brain disorders can be caused by medical conditions, illness or injury. Find out how they can affect a child's mental health and overall functioning.

      Treatment of brain tumours

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      In-depth information on treatment options for different types of brain tumours and brain cancer in children. 

      Epilepsy and emotions

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      A child with epilepsy may experience a range of emotions, which may include depression or anxiety. Learn how to help your child manage their emotions and nurture their self-esteem.

      The brain tumour health-care team

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      An overview of the many different health-care professionals that are involved in the care of a child with a brain tumour.

      Cerebral palsy

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      An overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment of this group of disorders that affect movements, balance and posture.

      Anorexia nervosa

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      Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that has both physical and psychological consequences. Learn about the signs and symptoms, risk factors and treatment for anorexia nervosa.

      Brain tumours

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      Learn about the different types of brain tumours, how they are diagnosed and treated, and the various supports available to families.

      Neonatal neurodevelopmental follow-up recommendations: 36 month visit

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      Recommendations to encourage neurodevelopment in babies at 36 months old who are patients in the neonatal developmental follow-up clinic.

      Sexuality: What children should learn and when

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      This guide outlines what children can understand about sexuality and reproduction at different stages.

      Brain tumours and self-image

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      Find out how your child's self-esteem may be affected by changes in appearance resulting from brain tumour treatment.

      Gender transitioning

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      Learn more about the options for transitioning and helpful resources for transgender youth and their families.

      After surgery for brain tumours

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      An in-depth description of what to expect for a child undergoing brain surgery for brain tumours.

      Brain tumours: An overview

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      An overview of the causes, genetics, symptoms, diagnosis, environmental risks and treatment of childhood brain tumours.

      Sex, gender and sexual orientation: An overview

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      It's common for people to confuse sex, gender and sexual orientation, but they are all different things. Read more about each of these terms.

      Categorizing brain tumours

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      A step-by-step introduction to the different types of childhood brain tumors. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.

      Sex, gender and sexual orientation: An overview

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      It is common for people to confuse sex, gender and sexual orientation, but they are all different things. Read more to better understand the complete story of who your child is on the inside and how they want to present to the world.

      Feeling good about yourself when you have juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

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      Gender and identity: Support and resources

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      A list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.

      Brain disorders and mental health: How to help your child cope

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      Find out how you can help your child cope with the challenges of a neurological condition and any related mental health issues.

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