Suicide: The Teenage and Young Adult Tragedy

Suicide is the third leading cause of death for teenagers and young adults. Although it’s hard to believe that teenagers and young adults could be so desperately unhappy that they would plan to kill themselves, more than 5,000 U.S. teenagers commit suicide each year. The toll of grief and suffering that suicide exacts on young people and their families is incalculable.

September, Schools and Swine Flu

This year, back-to-school planning also includes knowing the school rules on what to do if your child or a classmate develops swine flu (HlNl). Experts expect that there will be an increase this fall in HlNl flu cases, even before the usual flu season. What do you need to know?

Managing the Move to Middle School

Middle school means lots of changes in the lives of kids, and some worry about making the move. Learn more about these changes and what parents can do to help.

Kids Online - What Parents Need to Know

For kids the Internet means access to information, sharing ideas, games, message boards and social networking. But what's happening to family time?