Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and their first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.
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.
It is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn about how to be inclusive using gender-neutral language.
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.
Your child needs to take dexamethasone. This information sheet explains what this medicine does and how to give it to your child. It also explains what side effects or problems your child may have when he or she takes this medicine for a short time.
Watch video interviews with teens that have had surgery for their scoliosis. Learn about their reasons for deciding to have scoliosis surgery.
Find out why understanding the relationships between food, insulin, activity and high or low blood sugar readings is important for diabetes management.
Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and the first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.
Your child needs to take the medicine called cholestyramine. This information sheet explains what cholestyramine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when he takes this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called palonosetron. This information sheet explains what palonosetron does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when he or she takes this medicine.
With adolescence often come new communication challenges for parents and caregivers. Learn about some of the barriers to good communication and how to overcome them.
Learn some tips for communicating and coping with your boyfriend or girlfriend's reaction to the news that you need to have scoliosis surgery.
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.
Your child needs to take the medicine called glycopyrrolate. This information sheet explains what glycopyrrolate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when she takes this medicine.
When a child goes through scoliosis surgery, the whole family is affected in many ways. Suggestions for coping with family during this stressful time.
Heart catheterization is a test that is done to see how well blood is moving through the heart. Read how to prepare your child for heart catheterization.
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.
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.
Read the story of 12-year-old Pino and how his meal plan with consistent carbohydrate intakes works for him.
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.
Your child needs to take the medicine called lacosamide. This information sheet explains what lacosamide does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when he takes this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called isoniazid. This information sheet explains what isoniazid does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to be given a medicine called topiramate. This information sheet explains what topiramate does and how to give it to your child. It also explains what side effects or problems your child may have when they take topiramate.
Your child needs to take the medicine called pyrazinamide. This information sheet explains what pyrazinamide does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
