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DSM-IV Diagnostic Criteria for the Pervasive Developmental Disorders
The DSM-IV is a standard diagnostic tool used by mental health professionals worldwide to promote reliable research,...
Topics: Autism Spectrum Disorders | Asperger's Syndrome -
Early Adolescence: 12 - 14 Years Old
Developmental Milestones Early adolescence is a time of many physical, mental, emotional, and social changes. Hormones...
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Middle Childhood: 9 - 11 Years Old
Your child's growing independence from the family and interest in friends might be obvious by now. Here are some...
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Anthrax Vaccine: What You Need To Know
What is anthrax? Anthrax is a serious disease that can affect both animals and humans. It is caused by bacteria...
Topics: Teen Years (13-19) | Childhood Immunizations -
Diagnostic Criteria for the Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Diagnostic and Statisical Manual of Mental Disorders Diagnostic Criteria for Autistic Disorder A total of six (or...
Topics: Autism Diagnosis -
Middle Childhood: 6 - 8 Years Old
Developmental Milestones Middle childhood brings many changes to a child's life. By this time, children can dress...
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Nutrition for Everyone: Quick Tips -- Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and Vegetables Fruit and Vegetable Basics Fruits and vegetables look good, taste great and contain vitamins...
Topics: Recipes and Nutrition | Recipes for Your Family -
Nutrition for Everyone: Quick Tips -- Healthy Children, Healthy Choices
Parents are in charge! As a parent, your responsibility is to buy healthy groceries and serve nutritious food to your...
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Physical Fitness for Kids and its Components
What does it mean to be physically "fit?" Physical fitness is defined as "a set of attributes that people have or...
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