health ABC > Teenagers
Asthma and children: as they grow
As your child grows their asthma may change its symptoms, treatment and severity. Your involvement will also change. For example, you will have to be responsible for your toddler taking their medicati...read more
Bullying: how to prevent the event...?
‘Sticks and stones may break your bones, but words will never hurt you’ We all know that this is not true, and bullying can have a huge effect on us. It happens everywhere, and, according to Child...read more
Children, youth and mental disorders
Though Canada prides itself on its universal health care system, mental health services for children and youth are not keeping pace with the high rates of depression, suicide, eating disorder...read more
Has your child got asthma ?
Diagnosing asthma Diagnosing asthma in very young children can be difficult because: At least one child in seven will have 'wheezing' at some point during their first five yea...read more
Talking to teenagers
Becoming a teenager is a roller coaster ride. There are so many things to deal with. Below are some tips to help them and us keep sane whilst they are rediscovering themselves as adults. Teenagers need space...read more
Talking to teenagers about alcohol
Young people have access to alcohol - drinking at parties, friends houses, in the park - quite often drinking to get drunk. The number of teenagers trying drink in their early teens is growing, often influenc...read more
Talking to your teens about smoking
Try to gauge their opinion by using prompts such as the soap story lines – you may be surprised at their take on smoking - take the opportunity to give them your honest opinion. G...read more
Teenage years: coping with acne
A common misconception is that only teenagers are prone to acne. This is utterly false because acne can appear in older people even those over 40. It is in fact a chronic problem for some.Ano...read more
Teenagers and their sexual health
Birth Control You should never feel pressured into having a sexual relationship with anyone. It is always best to wait until you are in a steady relationship and are old enough to make a sensible decision about what is right...read more
Teens and drugs
Research seems to show that a significant number of young people have access to, experiment with or misuse drugs of some sort, at some time in, particularly, the teenage years. Parents want to talk with their...read more
Teens and youth
Eating and Exercise Eating and exercising are extremely important parts of a healthy lifestyle - especially for children, whose bones, muscles and other body parts are still growing. Unfortunately, there are...read more
The causes of acne
There are many possible causes for acne. People of all ages, lifestyles, and backgrounds can develop it, and the causes can be different for each. The first step to understanding what is causing your acne i...read more
Tips for teenage pregnancy
Let them know where they can go for help and support about sex, relationships and information on sexually transmitted diseases, such as Brook. It‘s a good idea to find out about family planning an...read more
What to do if your daughter is pregnant
If your daughter tells you that she is pregnant, your first reactions may be shock or anger, but the most important thing to do is to stay calm. You need to listen to your daughter and let her know that you w...read more
