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Abused Children at Risk for Obesity as Adults: StudyThey are 36 percent more likely to struggle with weight later in life, researchers report  
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Tips for Preventing Teen Violence
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Drop in on your child's school, and not just on parents' night. If something seems wrong, go to administrators.
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Talk to your child's teachers. If the conduct they see differs vastly from home, that's cause for concern.
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Know your child's friends. Maintain a climate at home that welcomes them.
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Don't chalk up unusual behavior to a phase your child will outgrow. Talk with a pediatrician or counselor and your child.
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Trust your guts and trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, it probably is.
 Stress Management
If you feel overwhelmed by stress, you’re not alone. But you can start to view stress as a fact of life and respond to it in positive ways. Learn the skills to keep stress in check and have a more balanced, healthy life.
 Healthy Pregnancy and Childbirth
Pregnancy is an exciting time for parents-to-be. You want to know as much as you can about your developing baby and how your actions will affect his health. Use this information to help you make informed decisions from conception through delivery.
 Older Adult's Health
Although genetics determines how long we will live, it's the lifestyle we choose that will determine how healthy we are as we age.
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