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Behavioral Problems in Children
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Behavioral Problems in Children
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Breath-Holding Spells
What are breath-holding spells?
What causes breath-holding spells?
Is my child breath-holding on purpose?
What are the symptoms of a breath-holding spell?
How do doctors diagnose breath-holding spells?
How do doctors treat breath-holding spells?
Eating Problems in Young Children
What eating problems do young children have?
Why doesn't my child eat at meals?
Why does my child eat too much?
How do doctors know if my child has an eating problem?
How do I make sure my child eats the right foods?
School Avoidance
What is school avoidance?
What causes school avoidance?
How can I treat my child’s school avoidance?
Sleep Problems in Children
What are nightmares?
What are night terrors?
What is sleepwalking?
Why don't some children go to bed easily?
Why do infants and young children wake up during the night?
Temper Tantrums
What is a temper tantrum?
How can I help my child during a temper tantrum?
Violence in Children and Adolescents
What makes children more likely to be violent?
How can I prevent my child from becoming violent?