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First, the good news: Research shows that early intervention can be extremely effective in improving or reversing traits commonly associated with autism. Now, the bad news: The younger children are, the more difficult it is to pick out autism warning signs in their behavior. Which is particularly bad when you understand that the earlier you start addressing developmental delays, the…

As college freshmen across the U.S. return home for the holidays, thousands of parents will – for the first time – discover eating disorders that developed during their childs first semester.

Bullying is a serious problem, now more than ever before. According to a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control, 20 percent of high school students reported being bullied on school property, and 5% reported not attending school at least once in the past 30 days due to safety concerns. Bullying can cause damages that are severe, and sometimes, irreversible. A term coined in reference to those irreversible damages is bullycides. About 12% of all youth and young adult deaths can be attributed to suicide.

For most parents, the experience of watching their baby grow brings joy and excitement as each new milestone is reached. It seems that your baby or toddler learns something new every day. He smiles when Mom sings to him or she babbles when Mom walks in the room. However, many parents worry that their child may not be developing in a typical way and they become concerned that their young child is not reaching important milestones in the same way as other children. Some parents read or hear about autism and worry that their child may show some of the early signs.

Many preschool teachers and parents of preschool children usher in seasons and holidays with thematic activities. Earth Day, traditionally celebrated in April, provides an opportunity to educate children about the planet, its habitats, its inhabitants and its resources. Songs, games, activities and crafts illuminate the bounty our planet has to offer and provides strategies children can employ to make the world a better place.