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Adolescents
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Lessons From a Life on the Spectrum
- Beth Arky
The writer distills her experience growing up with Asperger's (before it was Asperger's) into an advice book. Her biggest challenge? 'Not understanding myself.'
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Our daughter doesn't accept her diagnoses of anxiety and depression, and we aren't thrilled with the psychologist. Any suggestions?
- Alan Ravitz, MD, MS
People think that you don't need to like a therapist, but that just isn't true. And with teens who are particularly treatment-resitant, finding the right person is key.
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Naomi Judd at the Katz Lecture: Tragedy, Resilience, and Success
- Harry Kimball
Famed singer says there's no shame in mental illness. And to those who perpetuate stigma? 'Shame on them.'
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Childhood and Adolescent Depression
- Caroline Miller
Adam Jeffrey Katz Lecturer Dr. Gabrielle Carlson focuses on risk factors, from temperament to early puberty to family conflict and bullying.
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What Drives Self-Injury and How to Treat It
- Rachel Ehmke
Kids—usually teenage girls—hurt themselves intentionally to alleviate some other form of pain in their lives. The behavior is hard to comprehend, but understanding plays a big role in treatment.
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How Pornography Can Harm Your Kids

Dr. Al Ravitz discusses how pornography's depiction of sex can skew a young person's views. We should help our children avoid harmful stereotypes and unrealistic expectations.
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Mood Disorders and Teenage Girls
- Ron J. Steingard, MD
Why are they more vulnerable than boys to depression and anxiety, and what signs and symptoms should you look for?
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ADHD in Teenagers
- Mary Rooney, PhD
As kids with ADHD hit high school, they may have outgrown some symptoms, but they also face new challenges and expectations
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My daughter with anxiety issues is worried about getting her period. What can I do?
- Rachel Busman, PsyD
First determine exactly what your daughter's fears and expectations are. Then be as factual and reassuring as possible.
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Raising Girls With Healthy Self-Esteem
How to help our daughters overcome the challenges to developing confidence and a positive body image
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