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The Sleepless Generation
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The Sleepless Generation
America's children are not getting enough sleep. The great majority don't even meet the minimum requirements recommended by experts, let alone the optimal levels, according to a study by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF). And rather than "catch-up" on the weekends, about one-quarter of preschool and school-aged children actually sleep less on weekends than on weekdays.
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1 in 3 Unprepared for Life After High School
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1 in 3 Unprepared for Life After High School
High school graduation is a big deal, but a new study shows that a good chunk of students are unprepared for life after high school. What gives?
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De-Stress the Season!
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De-Stress the Season!
With all the consumer hype around the holidays, it's hard to know how to destress the season of giving and getting. Here are ten tips for parents.
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Hit the Road, Jack!
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Hit the Road, Jack!
With the cost of airline tickets continuing to skyrocket, many families will hit the roads this season in an attempt to save some money. Take the boredom out of the back seat, with games that are fun for both kids and parents.
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Groom Your Daughter for President
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Groom Your Daughter for President
Could your daughter be president? If you asked parents that question 50 years ago, they'd have said no. Not because they thought she wasn't up to the task, but because the likelihood of her getting elected was next to nil. A new study shows that might no longer be the case.
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Are Today's Girls Under Too Much Pressure?
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Are Today's Girls Under Too Much Pressure?
You can’t please all the people all the time, as the saying goes. But that’s just what today’s girls feel they’re being asked to do.
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The Thanksgiving Cheat Sheet
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The Thanksgiving Cheat Sheet
This year, while giving thanks for family and good health, make sure to appreciate the rich history that this holiday represents.
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Angelina and Madonna Did It. Should You?
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Angelina and Madonna Did It. Should You?
They make it look so easy. Fly off to exotic destination: return tanner, happier, and with new child in tow. While international adoption isn't as simple for us regular folk as it is for Brad and Angelina, it's possible. There are hundreds of thousands of children across the world waiting for homes. One of them could be sitting across the table from you a year from now.
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Are You an Energy Hog?
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Are You an Energy Hog?
Concerned about the environment, but don't know where to start? Here are 10 virtually painless ways to lower your consumption, without losing your mind:
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Is Autism on the Rise?
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Is Autism on the Rise?
“Today, one in 166 individuals is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined,” according to the nonprofit organization, Autism Speaks. Just to put things in perspective, that’s a new case diagnosed almost every 20 minutes. The numbers are staggering, and they’re increasing at an alarming rate – 10-17% per year in the U.S. alone. In fact, autism is the fastest-growing disability in America.
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Teenage Smoking not Declining as Fast as Usual
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Teenage Smoking not Declining as Fast as Usual
Twenty-three percent of American high school students smoke and 8 percent of middle school students. So what's a parent to do?
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Program Aims to Hook Girls on Science
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Program Aims to Hook Girls on Science
A new initiative is aiming to get girls engaged, giving them the opportunities and encouragement they need to succeed.
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Cheap Jewelry May be Hazardous for Kids
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Cheap Jewelry May be Hazardous for Kids
A new study shows that many inexpensive jewelry items such as charm bracelets, key chains, and necklaces may be dangerous for kids.
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A Friendship Clinic for Kids with ADHD
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A Friendship Clinic for Kids with ADHD
Many ADHD researchers focus on the disorder's possible causes. But one researcher is trying to help children with ADHD become better at making friends.
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Are Schools Safe?
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Are Schools Safe?
School should be a safe haven, free of crime and violence. But parents who think of school as a place where a child's biggest problem might be someone stealing his lunch have some catching up to do.
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Holiday Movies for Everyone
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Holiday Movies for Everyone
There's nothing like a family movie night to wrap up the holidays. Here's a list of holiday classics, both old and new.
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Arm Yourself for Family Travel!
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Arm Yourself for Family Travel!
Taking a holiday trip with kids requires a huge amount of stamina and strength. But most of all, it requires seeing the trip through children's eyes.
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Are Their Ears Ringing?
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Are Their Ears Ringing?
Have you ever wondered how much damage is being done to your child's ears by listening to music through headphones? Doctors are seeing an increase in noise-induced hearing loss.
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Three Healthy Hanukkah Recipes
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Three Healthy Hanukkah Recipes
Hanukkah's Coming! With little extra effort, you can stick to your nutritional guns and eat your latkes, too.
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Holiday Gifts for Teachers
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Holiday Gifts for Teachers
What's the best way to thank teachers this holiday season? Here's some advice from The National Education Association.
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Family Volunteering: How to Find the Perfect Match
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Family Volunteering: How to Find the Perfect Match
Volunteering provides a wonderful way to give back to your community. It also gives your kids a personal perspective on some of society's larger issues, such as homelessness and the environment.
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Private vs. Public: The Great Debate
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Private vs. Public: The Great Debate
Parents have more choices in schools now than ever. But there's not as big a difference between public and private school performance as many believe – at least when it comes to reading and mat
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Educate Yourself About Food Labeling
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Educate Yourself About Food Labeling
Consumers can easily be confused or misled by supposedly healthy labeling. So what do those labels really mean, and can you trust them?
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Study Finds Youth Sports can be Fatal
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Study Finds Youth Sports can be Fatal
A new study shows that the equipment kids wear when they play sports might not adequately protect them from harm.
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Help Your Child Learn to Read
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Help Your Child Learn to Read
Wondering how to support your child's transition from pre-reading to reading? Here are some parenting tips and resources to get your child started.
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