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Access to transgender medical care has been under attack in many places in the U.S.

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Conversion therapy, or the practice of attempting to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity, is based on an outdated and incorrect notion that such identities are a choice that can be changed

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Why Children Need to Drink More Water

All of us know that water is essential for our bodies to properly function. And most of the time our kids need to drink more water.

8 Easy Ways to Fight Childhood Obesity

Childhood obesity often follows kids into adulthood, causing serious health threats later in life. Here are some easy ways to help your child maintain a healthy weight.

A Sleepy Child Is More Likely to Pile on Pounds

Poor sleep may make your children more than just grumpy, a new study suggests.

In many parts of the U.S. and the world, demand for mental health care overwhelms supply

Access to transgender medical care has been under attack in many places in the U.S.

Conversion therapy, or the practice of attempting to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity, is based on an outdated and incorrect notion that such identities are a choice that can be changed

When it comes to mental health, is digital technology a culprit or scapegoat?

The history of trans youth offers some of the most compelling proof that trans kids aren't some sort of new phenomenon

Five academic experts explain what summer school does, and why it may look very different this year

Companies are making literally billions of dollars from the very behavior they say they want to prevent

The Food and Drug Administration has granted the first emergency use authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine for adolescents. What comes next?

Whether just comfortable at home or nervous about leaving, kids may need extra support to get back out there.

Vaccine trials are just getting started for younger children. Here's what you need to know.

As COVID-19 cases rise, especially in college towns, families may need to rethink their holiday plans

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