The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Home Water Hazards for Young ChildrenCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Each year many young children drown in swimming pools, other bodies of water, and standing water around the home. Children must be watched by an adult at all times when in or near water. Children may drown in an inch or 2 of water.
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Homework Problems - What To DoCategory: Behavior Problems
Information and guidance on what to do when child is having homework problems.
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Homework Tips for Parents to Teens—ADHD ToolkitCategory: adhd
Identifying Where Problems Begin and Solutions for Improvement, Strategies for Helping Your Child. Need more information? Contact CHADD at www.chadd.org
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Horseback Riding (Care of the Young Athlete)Category: sports_and_fitness
Horseback riding (equestrian) is a common activity in the United States; about 30 million people go horseback riding every year. Unlike other sports, the risk of injury is highest for the most inexperienced riders. As riders gain experience,
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Hot Tub DermatitisCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A painful or itchy rash caused by overgrowth of bacteria in hot tubs. Onset of rash: 8-48 hours after being in hot tub. Easy to diagnose based on a rash starting after being in a hot tub. Rash in others who shared the hot tub helps make the diagnosis.
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How to Prevent Overuse Injuries (Care of the Young Athlete)Category: safety_and_prevention
Over the past 20 years more children are participating in organized and recreational athletics. With so many young athletes playing sports, it's no wonder injuries are common. Half of all sports medicine injuries in children and teens are from
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How to Prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome and Other Forms of Abusive Head TraumaCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
One of the skills parents and caregivers need to learn is how to deal with stress. This is especially important when there seems to be no end to a baby's crying. Too often, when a parent or caregiver loses control the results can be harmful or deadly.
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