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Spleen and Lymphatic System
en español: El bazo y el sistema linfático Medically reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/spleen.html What Are the Spleen and Lymphatic System? The spleen is located in the upper left part of the belly under the ribc...
Your Heart & Circulatory System
en español: Corazón y aparato circulatorio Medically reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/heart.html The Heart What Is the Heart and What Does It Do? The heart is an organ that’s a pump, usually beating about 60 to 1...
Disciplining Your Child
Medically reviewed by: Lauren M. O'Donnell, PsyD Whatever your child's age, it's important to be consistent when it comes to discipline. If parents don't stick to the rules and consequences they set up, their kids aren't likely to either. Here are some ideas...
5 Tips for Dealing With Shots
en español: 5 consejos para hacer frente a las inyecciones Medically reviewed by: Zachary Radcliff, PhD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/tips-shots.html Do shots make you nervous? You're not alone. Lots of people dread them because they have a ve...
5 Ways to Fight the Flu
en español: Cinco formas de combatir la gripe Medically reviewed by: Elana Pearl Ben-Joseph, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/fight-flu.html The flu is annoying enough on its own. So it doesn't help that flu season falls at one of the most exc...
5 Ways to Stay Healthy for the Holidays
en español: Cinco formas de mantenerse sano durante las fiestas de fin de año Medically reviewed by: Melanie L. Pitone, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/holiday-tips.html 'Tis the season to beat sickness (not to mention tiredness, stress, or o...
Blood Types
en español: Grupos sanguíneos Medically reviewed by: Maureen F. Edelson, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/blood-types.html Introduction A blood transfusion is when a donor's blood is given to a patient. This is a lifesaving treatment for many ...
Helping Kids Cope With Cliques
Medically reviewed by: Elenda T. Hessel, PhD While groups of friends let kids hang out with other people, cliques have set rules about who’s “in” and who’s “out” and are focused on status. Cliques can make navigating friendships and school tough, especially i...
Donating Blood
en español: Donar sangre Medically reviewed by: Maureen F. Edelson, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/donating-blood.html Why Should I Donate Blood? You might think that donating blood is most important during a natural disaster or other major...
Helping Kids Deal With Bullies
Medically reviewed by: Leah J. Orchinik, PhD A bully can turn something like going to the bus stop or recess into a nightmare for kids. Bullying can leave deep emotional scars. And in extreme situations, it can involve violent threats, property damage, or som...
Genes and Genetics
en español: Genes y genética Medically reviewed by: Amy W. Anzilotti, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/genes-genetic-disorders.html What Is Genetics? Genetics is the study of genes. Our genes carry information that gets passed from one genera...
Getting Rid of Old Medicines
en español: Deshacerse de medicamentos antiguos Medically reviewed by: Yamini Durani, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/old-meds.html Why Should I Get Rid of Old Medicine? Medicine — even medicine that's expired or seems like it would be harmle...
Helping Teens Who Self-Harm
Medically reviewed by: Leah J. Orchinik, PhD Most of us know that some teens cut. But cutting — using a sharp object like a razorblade, knife, or scissors to make marks, cuts, or scratches on one's own body — is just one form of self-injury. Teens who self-in...
Hand Washing: Why It's So Important
en español: Lavarse las manos: Por qué es tan importante Medically reviewed by: Yamini Durani, MD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/handwashing.html Why Is Hand Washing So Important? Hand washing has always been the best way to keep from getting ...
Helping Your Child Heal After Trauma
Medically reviewed by: Allison T. Dovi, PhD Parents do everything they can to protect their children. But sadly, many kids have gone through trauma. A trauma is any event that is deeply upsetting, scary, or harmful. Things like abuse, violence, accidents, or...
3 Ways to Increase Positive Emotions
en español: 3 maneras de aumentar las emociones positivas Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Behavioral Health Experts Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/positive-emotions.html Positive emotions don't just feel good — they're good for you. Research ...
3 Ways to Practice Gratitude
en español: Tres formas de mostrar gratitud Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Behavioral Health Experts Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/gratitude-practice.html Everyone can benefit from making an effort to practice gratitude every day. These 3 st...
How Can Social Connection Help kids & Teens Feel Less Lonely?
Medically reviewed by: D'Arcy Lyness, PhD Everyone feels lonely at times. Loneliness is feeling alone, distant, or separate from others when you want to feel close or included. Kids and teens might feel lonely when they: feel left out or don’t have friend...
5 Ways to Know Your Feelings Better
en español: Cinco formas de conocer mejor tus sentimientos Medically reviewed by: Lisa M. Buckloh, PhD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/emotional-awareness.html Before you read on, take a moment to pause. Close your eyes if you want to, and take a...
Apologizing
en español: Pedir disculpas Medically reviewed by: D'Arcy Lyness, PhD Website: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/apologies.html Just about everyone has said or done something that hurts another person’s feelings. Sometimes you might hurt someone without mea...