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Pediatric Advisor: Table of Contents
Medical Topics (S)
Newborn and Infant Care Topics (S)
Parenting and Behavior Topics (S)
Advice to Health Care Professionals on How to Use Parent Handouts in the Office
Introduction to the Pediatric Advisor
Guidelines for Producing a Pediatric Practice Newsletter
How to Use Parent Handouts in the Office
The Benefits of Parent Handouts
Suggestions on How to Use
Health Supervision Visits: Which Handouts to Use
Acute Illness Visits: Which Handouts to Use
Medical Topics
Medical Topics by Body System (S)
Feeding, Eating, and Diet (S)
Adolescent Medicine (S)
Medical Forms
Allergies (S)
Medicines (S)
Common Infections (S)
Newborn Medical Problems (S)
Common Skin Conditions (S)
Preparation for Calling a Physician (S)
Common Symptoms (S)
Prevention Topics (S)
Developmental Disorders
Trauma and Injuries (S)
Emergencies (S)
Well Child Visits (S)
Medical Topics by Body System
Skin (S)
Lungs (S)
Brain (S)
Abdomen (S)
Eye (S)
Bladder (S)
Ear (S)
Genitals (S)
Nose (S)
Bone and Joint (S)
Mouth and Throat (S)
Endocrine
Emergencies
Allergic Reaction, Severe (S)
Drowning
Bacteremia
Eye, Chemical in (S)
Bite, Animal or Human (S)
Eye, Foreign Body in (S)
Bite, Marine Animal (S)
Heat Reactions (S)
Bite, Snake (S)
Poisoning (S)
Bite, Spider and Scorpion (S)
Trauma and Injuries (S)
Bleeding, Severe (S)
Burn, Chemical (S)
Emergency Symptoms to Watch for (S)
Burn, Thermal (S)
Emergency Transportation (S)
Choking (S)
First Aid Kit (S)
Convulsions with Fever (S)
First Aid Measures for Emergencies
Convulsions without Fever (S)
Home Medicine Chest (S)
Dehydration
Medical Procedures: Comforting Your Child
Common Childhood Symptoms
Abdominal Pain (S)
Pain Diary
Constipation (S)
Runny, Dry, or Stuffy Nose
Cough (S) (Colds) (S)
Diaper Rash (S)
Runny, Itchy Nose (Hay Fever) (S)
Diarrhea (S)
Sinus Congestion (S)
Earache (S)
Sore Throat (S)
Eye, Pink or Red without Pus (S)
Urination, Pain with (S)
Eye, Infection with Pus (S)
Vomiting (S)
Fever (S)
Temperature, How to Measure It (S)
Decreased Appetite during
Headache (S) Illness (S)
Nosebleed (S)
Increased Sleep during Illness (S)
Decreased Activity during Illness
Trauma and Injuries
Ankle Sprain
Nose Trauma (S)
Bone, Muscle, and Joint Trauma (S)
Skin Trauma (S)
Cast Care
Splint Care
Ear Trauma (S)
Sutured Wound Care (S)
Eye Trauma (S)
Tailbone Trauma
Finger and Toe Trauma (S)
Teeth Trauma (S)
Genital Trauma (S)
Tetanus Booster after Trauma (S)
Head Trauma (S)
Wound (Skin) Infection (S)
Mouth Trauma (S)
Common Infections
Bronchiolitis (S)
Mononucleosis (S)
Cellulitis
Pneumonia (S)
Cervical Adenitis
Roseola (S)
Chickenpox (S)
Scarlet Fever (S)
Colds (S)
Sinus Infection (Sinusitis) (S)
Croup (S)
Strep Throat (S)
Ear Infection (Otitis Media) (S)
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) (S)
Eye Infection with Pus (S)
Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Fifth Disease (S)
Wound (Skin) Infection (S)
Gastroenteritis/Diarrhea (S)
Gastroenteritis/Vomiting (S)
Frequent Infections (S)
Hepatitis
Immunizations for Prevention (S)
Influenza (S)
Incubation Periods of Infections
Lymph Nodes, Swollen (S)
Prevention of Infections
Allergies
Asthma (S)
Hives (S)
Eczema (S)
Insect and Tick Bites (S)
Eye Allergies (S)
Itching, Localized (S)
Food Allergies (S)
Itching, Widespread (S)
Hay Fever (S)
Severe Allergic Reaction (S)
Medical Problems of Newborns
Normal Appearance and
Normal Growth Behavior (S)
Sick Newborn: Subtle Symptoms (S)
Circumcision Care and
Skin Care (Normal) (S) Problems (S)
Spitting Up (S)
The Circumcision Decision
Thrush (S)
Colic (the Crying Baby) (S)
Umbilical Hernia (S)
Congenital Muscular Torticollis
Cradle Cap (S)
Umbilical Cord, Bleeding (S)
Diaper Rash (S)
Umbilical Cord, Delayed
First Weeks at Home (S) Separation (S)
Jaundice of the Newborn (S)
Umbilical Cord, Oozing (S)
Judging the Severity of Illness (S) See also:
Newborn/Preterm Complications
Parenting an Infant (7 topics)
Newborn Rashes (S)
Newborn Screening Tests
Newborn/Preterm Complications
Anemia of the Newborn
Apnea of Prematurity
Care of the Very Small Premature Infant
Infection of the Newborn
Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN)
Feeding, Eating, and Diet
Appetite, Decreased during
Meals for Children Illness (S)
Milk and Calcium
Appetite Slump in Toddlers (S)
Overweight: Is My Child Too Fat?
Breast-Feeding (15 topics) (S)
Overweight: Why Is My Child
Cholesterol: Screening or Testing Gaining Too Much Weight?
Cholesterol: Treating High Levels
Overweight Infants,
Cow's Milk: Pros and Cons Prevention of (S)
Eating Basics: Helping Your Child
Picky Eaters Eat Well
Snacks for Children
Eating Misbehavior
Solid (Strained) Foods (S)
Food Allergies (S)
Sugar and Sweets
Formula Feeding (S)
Weaning, Normal (S)
A Healthy Diet
Weaning Reluctance or
Iron: Helping Your Child Get Resistance (S) Enough
Weight Reduction (S)
Prevention Topics
Accident Prevention
Passive Smoking
Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Pregnancy Prevention
Baby Walkers
Schoolwork Problems, Prevention (S)
Bicycle Safety
Sex Education for Preschoolers
Car Safety Seats
Sexually Transmitted Diseases,
Developmental Stimulation (S) Prevention of
Eating Problems, Prevention
Sleep Position for Young Infants (Appetite Slump in Toddlers)
Sleep Problems (Infants),
The Myths and Facts about Fever Prevention of (S)
Immunizations
Spoiled Children, Prevention for Prevention (S)
Sunburn and Skin Cancer,
Immunization Reactions Prevention (S)
Infection, Prevention (S)
Toilet Training Problems,
Lead Poisoning (S) Prevention
Normal Growth
Tooth Decay Prevention
Overweight Infants,
Tuberculosis Skin Testing Prevention (S)
Accident Prevention
Burns, Prevention of (S)
Pet and Other Animal Bites, Prevention of (S)
Choking, Prevention of (S)
Poisoning, Prevention of (S)
Drowning, Prevention of (S)
Smoke, Heat, and Carbon
Electrical Shock, Prevention of (S) Monoxide Detectors
Head Trauma, Prevention of (S)
Suffocation of Infants, Prevention of (S)
Heat Reactions, Prevention of (S)
Swimming Programs for Infants
Hot Water Temperatures or Toddlers
Developmental Disorders
Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Cerebral Palsy
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Down Syndrome
Drooling, Excessive
Fragile X Syndrome
Hearing Loss
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities (brief AACAP version)
Mental Retardation
Neurofibromatosis
Refusal to Talk (Selective Mutism)
Speech and Language Disorders
Tourette's Disorder
Medicines
First Aid Kit (S)
Home Medicine Chest (Nonprescription Medicines) (S)
Overuse of Medicines
Safe Use of Medicines
Swallowing Medicine, Help with
Teaching Pill Swallowing
Form: Medications Needed at School or Day Care
Skin
Common Skin Conditions (S)
Rashes: Localized Pink or Red (S)
Rashes: Widespread Pink or Red (S)
Skin Conditions without Rash (S)
Common Skin Conditions
Acne (S)
Measles (Rubeola) (S)
Athlete's Foot (Tinea Pedis) (S)
Newborn Rashes and
Boils (Abscesses) (S) Birthmarks (S)
Chickenpox (Varicella) (S)
Poison Ivy (S)
Diaper Rash (S)
Ringworm of the Body
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) (S) (Tinea Corporis) (S)
Fifth Disease
Ringworm of the Scalp (Erythema Infectiosum) (S) (Tinea Capitis) (S)
Fingernail Infection (Paronychia) (S)
Roseola Infantum (S)
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (S)
Rubella (German Measles) (S)
Hives (Urticaria) (S)
Scabies (S)
Impetigo (Infected Sores) (S)
Scarlet Fever (S)
Insect Bites (S)
Sunburn (S)
Jock Itch (Tinea Cruris) (S)
Toenail, Ingrown (S)
Lice (Pediculosis), Head (S)
Warts (S)
Brain
Altitude Sickness
Headache (S)
Attention Span, Short (S)
Head Trauma (S)
Breath-Holding Spells (S)
Meningitis
Convulsions with Fever (S)
Neurofibromatosis
Convulsions without Fever (S)
Sleep, Increased (S)
Crying Baby (Colic) (S)
Stuttering (S)
Fainting (S)
Tics (Twitches) (S)
Fever (S)
Tourette's Disorder
Eye
Allergies (S)
Pink or Red Eye without Pus (S)
Chalazion
Stye (S)
Chemical in Eye (S)
Tear Duct, Blocked (S)
Dark Circles under the Eyes
Trauma (S)
Foreign Body in Eye (S)
Improving Glasses Wearing
Infection with Pus (S)
Ear
Congestion (S)
Mumps (S)
Earache (S)
Pierced-Ear Infection (S)
Earwax Problems (S)
Pulling at Ear (S)
Foreign Body in Ear (S)
Swimmer's Ear (S)
Infection (S)
Trauma (S)
Itchy Ear (S)
Ventilation Tubes Surgery
Nose
Colds (S)
Foreign Body in Nose (S)
Hay Fever (S)
Nasal Irrigations
Nosebleed (S)
Passive Smoking
Sinus Congestion (S)
Sinus Infection (S)
Trauma (S)
Mouth and Throat
Bad Breath (S)
Strep Throat Infection (S)
Canker Sores (S)
Teething (S)
Cervical Adenitis
Thrush (S)
Cold Sores (S)
Tongue-Tie (S)
Geographic Tongue
Tonsil and Adenoid Surgery (S)
Lip, Swollen
Toothache (S)
Lymph Nodes, Swollen (S)
Tooth Decay Prevention
Mononucleosis (S)
Trauma: Mouth (S)
Sore Throat (S)
Trauma: Teeth (S)
Lungs
Asthma (S)
Hiccups (S)
Bronchiolitis (S)
Hoarseness (S)
Chest Pain (S)
Influenza (S)
Choking (S)
Oxygen Therapy: Safety Precautions
Congestion, Respiratory (S)
Passive Smoking
Cough (S)
Pneumonia (S)
Croup (S)
Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Abdomen
Abdominal Pain (S)
Stool: Unusual Color of (S)
Ampicillin Diarrhea (S)
Umbilical Cord: Bleeding (S)
Anal Fissure (S)
Umbilical Cord: Delayed
Constipation (S) Separation (S)
Diarrhea (S)
Umbilical Cord: Oozing (S)
Feeding, Eating, and Diet (S)
Umbilical Hernia (S)
Foreign Body, Swallowed (S)
Vomiting (S)
Gas: Excessive
Vomiting Diary
Hepatitis
Intussusception
Motion Sickness (S)
Nausea (S)
Pinworm (S)
Soiling with Constipation: Preschooler
Soiling with Constipation: School-Age Child (S)
Soiling without Constipation
Soiling Diary
Soiling (Encopresis): Note to School Staff
Spitting Up (S)
Bladder
Bed-Wetting (S)
Bed-Wetting Alarms
Daytime Frequency of Urination
Toilet Training Basics (S)
Toilet Training Problems, Prevention of
Toilet Training Resistance (S)
Urinary Tract Infection (S)
Urination, Pain with (Chemical Urethritis) (S)
Urine with Strong Odor
Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG)
Genitals
Circumcision Care and Problems (S)
Menstrual Cramps (S)
The Circumcision Decision
Menstrual Period, Late or Missed
Foreign Body in Vagina (S)
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Foreskin Care and Problems (S)
Trauma (S)
Groin or Scrotum Swelling (S)
Vaginal Irritation (Chemical Vulvitis) (S)
Masturbation in Preschoolers (S)
Bone, Muscle, and Joint
Anaphylactoid Purpura
Backache, Acute (S)
Bone, Muscle, and Joint Trauma (S)
Congenital Muscular Torticollis
Finger and Toe Trauma (S)
Muscle Pain (Cramps and Strains) (S)
Neck Pain, Acute (S)
Osgood-Schlatter Disease
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee)
Shoes (S)
Tennis Elbow
Endocrine System
Type I (Insulin-Dependent) Diabetes Mellitus
Gynecomastia: Benign Type
Asthma
Asthma: General Guidelines (S)
Nasal Irrigations
Bronchodilator, Inhaled
Oxygen Therapy: Safety Precautions
Cromolyn
Peak Flow Meter:
Environmental Control and Asthma How to Monitor Asthma
Home Nebulizer Treatments
Steroids, Inhaled
Metered-Dose Inhalers (MDI):
Steroids, Oral How to Use
Theophylline
Metered-Dose Inhaler: How to Use with an Aerochamber
Tobacco Smoke and Asthma
Metered-Dose Inhaler: How to Use with an Inspirease
Newborn Rashes and Birthmarks
Acne (S)
Drooling Rash (S)
Erythema Toxicum (S)
Forceps Marks (S)
Milia (S)
Mongolian Spots (S)
Stork Bites (S)
Skin Trauma and Injuries
Bruises (S)
Burn, Chemical (S)
Burn, Thermal (S)
Cuts and Scratches (S)
Puncture Wounds (S)
Scrapes (Abrasions) (S)
Rashes: Widespread Pink or Red
Ampicillin Rash (S)
Measles Vaccine Rash (S)
Anaphylactoid Purpura
Pityriasis Rosea
Chickenpox (S)
Roseola (S)
Drug Rashes
Rubella (S)
Dry Skin (S)
Scarlet Fever (S)
Eczema (S)
Sunburn (S)
Fifth Disease (S)
Unknown Cause of Widespread
Heat Rash (S) Itching (S)
Hives (S)
Unknown Cause of Widespread Rash
Immunizations for Prevention (S) without Itching (S)
Measles (S)
Rashes: Localized Pink or Red
Acne (S)
Newborn Rashes and Birthmarks (S)
Athlete's Foot (S)
Poison Ivy (S)
Boils (S)
Ringworm of the Body (S)
Cellulitis
Ringworm of the Scalp (S)
Cradle Cap (S)
Scabies (S)
Diaper Rash (S)
Shingles (Zoster)
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (S)
Sores (S)
Impetigo (S)
Tinea Versicolor
Insect and Spider Bites (S)
Unknown Cause of Localized
Jock Itch (S) Itching (S)
Lice (Head) (S)
Unknown Cause of Localized Rash
Lyme Disease without Itching (S)
Molluscum Contagiosum
Wound (Skin) Infection (S)
Skin Conditions Without Rash
Blisters, Foot or Hand (S)
Jaundice (S)
Burn, Chemical (S)
Moles (S)
Burn, Thermal (S)
Newborn Skin Care (Normal) (S)
Cracked Skin (S)
Pale Skin
Dandruff (S)
Pimples (S)
Excessive Sweating
Sutured Wound Care (S)
Fingernail Infection (S)
Swollen Lymph Nodes (S)
Foreign Body in Skin (S)
Tetanus Booster Following Trauma (S)
Freckles (S)
Toenail, Ingrown (S)
Frostbite (S)
Trauma to Skin (S)
Hair Loss (S)
Warts (S)
Parenting and Behavior Topics Aspects of Parenting by Age
Infant (0 to 18 mo) (S)
Age 6 to 9 yr (S)
Toddler (18 mo to 3 yr) (S)
Age 9 to 12 yr (S)
Preschool (3 to 6 yr) (S) General Topics
Behavior (S)
Book Lists by Subject
Child Abuse
Children's Literature
Common Concerns of New Parents (S)
Developmental Stimulation and Improved Communication (S)
Day Care
Guide to Development
Making the Most of Family Time
Mental Illness and Psychiatric Disorders
Parenting Issues: Common and Not-So-Common Problems (S)
Play
Seeking Additional Help
Developmental Stimulation and Improved Communication
Communicating with Your Baby and Toddler
Communicating with Your Child
Developmental Stimulation (S)
Discipline and Cognitive Development in the Toddler
Child Abuse
Child Abuse: The Hidden Bruises
Child Sexual Abuse
Family Violence: The Effects on Children
Parenting a Sexually Abused Child
Protecting Children from Sexual Assault
Responding to Child Sexual Abuse
Infant Sleep Problems
Colic (S)
Nighttime Feedings, Phasing Out
Prevention of Sleep Problems (S)
Sleep Diary (S)
Sleep Position for Young Infants
Sleeping with the Parents
Trained Night Crier (S)
Trained Night Feeder
Behavior
Behavior Diary
Discipline Problems (S)
Discipline Techniques (S)
Eating Problems (S)
Family Issues (S)
School Problems (S)
Sleep Problems (S)
Toilet-Training and Bed-Wetting (S)
Miscellaneous Behavior Issues (S)
Discipline Techniques
Adolescent Rebellion (S)
Teaching Your Child to Follow Instructions
Discipline Basics (S)
Time-In
Job Grounding as a Method of Discipline
Time-Out Technique (S)
Redirecting Your Child's
Time-Out: When It Doesn't Activities Seem to Be Working
Spanking (S)
Teaching Self-Quieting Skills to Toddlers
Sleep Problems
Bedtime Refusal (S)
Sleep Diary
Colic (S)
Sleeping with the Parents (Bed-Sharing)
Early Morning Riser
Sleep Position for Young Infants
Nightmares (S)
Sleepwalking (S)
Night Terrors (S)
Trained Night Crier (S)
Nighttime Feedings, Phasing Them Out
Trained Night Feeder
Overview of Sleep Problems
Miscellaneous Sleep Misbehaviors
Prevention of Sleep Problems (S)
School Problems
Adjusting to School
Attention Span, Short (S)
Developmental Disorders
Entering School
Homework Problems (S)
School Phobia (S)
Schoolwork Responsibility (S)
Discipline Problems
Adolescent Rebellion, Normal (S)
Mistreating Peers and Siblings
Aggressive Behavior, Preventing
Mistreating Pets or Reducing
Negative, Stubborn Toddler (S)
Biting
Public Misbehavior
Breath-Holding Spells (S)
Safety Misbehavior
Bullying: How to Help the Victim
Screaming and Shouting
Damaging or Destroying Property
Sibling Quarrels
Dressing Problems
Smearing of Fecal Material
Fighting and Spitting
Spoiled Children, Prevention of
Hurting Another Child
Stealing
Ignoring Instructions
Stealing by Older Children (AACAP)
Improving Glasses Wearing
Swearing
Interrupting Others
Temper Tantrums (S)
Lying
Whining
Making Harmful Threats or Hurtful Comments
Dressing Problems
Poking and Stalling
Refusal to Dress
Teaching Dressing Skills
Eating Problems
Appetite Slump in Toddlers (S)
Eating Misbehavior
Overweight Infants, Prevention of (S)
Overweight: Is My Child Too Fat?
Overweight: Why Is My Child Gaining Too Much Weight?
Picky Eaters
Symptoms of Eating Disorders in Teenagers
Weaning, Normal (S)
Weaning Reluctance or Resistance (S)
Weight Reduction (S)
Toilet-Training and Bed-Wetting
Bed-Wetting (S)
Bed-Wetting Alarms
Soiling with Constipation: Preschooler
Soiling with Constipation: School-Age Child (S)
Soiling without Constipation
Toilet Training Basics (S)
Toilet Training Problems, Prevention of
Toilet Training Resistance (S)
Miscellaneous Behavior Issues
Behavior in Public Places:
Teaching Pill Swallowing Teaching Good Behavior
Television: Reducing
Children and TV Violence the Negative Impact (S)
Colic (Crying Baby) (S)
Testing Your Infant's Self-
Masturbation in Preschoolers (S) Quieting Skills
Peer Interaction Skills
Thumbsucking (S)
R-Rated Movies: Protecting
Tics (Twitches) (S) Our Children
Traveling with Children
Refusal to Talk (Selective Mutism)
Using an Infant Car Safety Seat
Separation Anxiety
Using a Car Safety Seat after
Sex Education for Preschoolers the First Year
Stuttering (S)
Video Games
Swallowing Medicine, Help with
Visits to the Doctor:
Teaching Independent Play Making Them Easier
Family Issues
The Adopted Child
Mother Working Outside the Home (S)
Children and Family Moves
Quality Time with Your Child
Children of Alcoholics
Remarriage: Helping Children
Children of Parents with Cope Mental Illness
Sibling Quarrels
Divorce (S)
Sibling Rivalry and Newborns (S)
Home-Alone Children
Single Parenting
Mistreating Peers and Siblings
Stepparenting or Blended Families
Infant Play (0 to 18 mo)
Overview
Baby Equipment
Books
Play Activities
Play Materials
Teaching Independent Play Skills
Toys: General Information
Toys: Safety Checklist
Parenting an Infant (0 to 18 mo)
Accident Prevention
Important Records
Baby Equipment
Infant Massage
Behavior (S)
Literature for Infants
Book Lists by Subject
Medical Problems of Newborns (S)
Common Concerns of New
Parenting Issues (S) Parents (S)
Play
Communicating with Your Baby and Toddler
Safety
Day Care
Skin Care (S)
Development, Normal
Traveling
Feeding (S)
Infant Behavior
Crying
Sleep Problems (S)
Development, Normal
Quality Time with Your Child
Developmental Stimulation (S)
Teaching Independent Play Skills
Discipline (S)
Teething/Thumbsucking/Pacifier (S)
Divorce
Testing Self-Quieting Skills
Mother Working Outside
Using an Infant Car Safety Seat the Home (S)
Separation Anxiety
Infant Discipline
Discipline Basics (S)
Spanking (S)
Parenting a Toddler (18 mo to 3 yr)
Accident Prevention
Medical Topics (S)
Behavior (S)
Parenting Issues (S)
Communicating with Your Baby and
Play Toddler
Safety
Day Care
Seeking Additional Help
Development, Normal: 18 to 24 mo
Toilet Training (S)
Development, Normal: 2 to 3 yr
Toy Safety Checklist
Family Time, Making the Most of
Literature for Toddlers
Toddler Behavior
Appetite Slump (S)
Quality Time with Your Child
Behavior in Public Places:
Stuttering vs Normal Teaching Good Behavior Dysfluency (S)
Breath-Holding Spells (S)
Swallowing Medicine, Help with
Developmental Stimulation (S)
Teaching Independent Play Skills
Discipline (S)
Thumbsucking (S)
Divorce
Toilet Training (S)
Masturbation in Preschoolers (S)
Using a Car Safety Seat
Mother Working Outside the
Visits to the Doctor: Home (S) Making Them Easier
Pacifiers
Whining
Separation Anxiety
Sibling Rivalry and Newborns (S)
Sleep Problems (S)
Toddler Sleep Problems
Bedtime Refusal (S)
Early Morning Riser
Sleeping with the Parents (Bed-Sharing)
Trained Night Crier (S)
Trained Night Feeder
Toddler Discipline
Biting
Redirecting Your Child's
Damaging or Destroying Property Activities
Discipline and Cognitive
Screaming and Shouting Development
Spanking (S)
Discipline Basics (S)
Spoiled Children, Prevention of
Dressing Problems
Teaching Self-Quieting Skills
Hurting Another Child
Temper Tantrums (S)
Ignoring Instructions
Time-In
Interrupting Others
Time-Out Technique (S)
Mistreating Pets
Time-Out: When It Doesn't
Negative, Stubborn Toddler (S) Seem to Be Working
Public Misbehavior
Toddler Toilet Training
Prevention of Toilet Training Problems
Toilet Training Basics (S)
Toilet Training Resistance (S)
Toddler Play
Toddler Play: Overview
Teaching Independent Play Skills
Play Activities for Toddlers
Play Materials for Toddlers
Preschool Play
Preschool Play: Overview
Teaching Independent Play
Play Activities for Preschoolers
Play Materials for Preschoolers
Younger School-Age Play (6 to 9 yr)
Younger School-Age Play: Overview
Teaching Independent Play
Play Activities for Younger School-Age Children
Play Materials for Younger School-Age Children
Older School-Age Play (9 to 12 yr)
Older School-Age Play: Overview
Teaching Independent Play
Play Activities for Older School-Age Children
Play Materials for Older School-Age Children
Parenting a Preschool Child (3 to 6 yr)
Accident Prevention
Family Time
Behavior (S)
Literature for Preschoolers
Communicating with Your Child
Medical Topics (S)
Day Care
Parenting Issues (S)
Development, Normal: 3 to 4 yr
Play
Development, Normal: 4 to 5 yr
Seeking Additional Help
Development, Normal: 5 to 6 yr
Toy Safety Checklist
Preschool Behavior
Appetite Slump (S)
Sleep Problems (S)
Behavior in Public Places:
Quality Time with Teaching Good Behavior Your Child
Breath-Holding Spells (S)
Stuttering vs Normal
Developmental Stimulation (S) Dysfluency (S)
Discipline (S)
Swallowing Medicine
Divorce
Thumbsucking (S)
Masturbation in Preschoolers (S)
Tics (Twitches) (S)
Mistreating Peers and Siblings
Toilet Training (S)
Sex Education for Preschoolers
Using a Car Safety Seat
Sibling Rivalry and Newborns
Preschool Sleep Problems
Bedtime Refusal (S)
Early Morning Riser
Nightmares (S)
Night Terrors (S)
Sleeping with the Parents (Bed-Sharing)
Sleepwalking (S)
Preschool Discipline
Damaging or Destroying Property
Mistreating Pets
Discipline Basics (S)
Public Misbehavior
Discipline and Cognitive
Screaming and Shouting Development
Sibling Quarrels
Dressing Problems
Spanking (S)
Fighting and Spitting
Spoiled Children, Prevention of
Hurting Another Child
Stealing
Ignoring Instructions
Swearing
Interrupting Others
Temper Tantrums (S)
Lying
Time-In
Making Harmful Threats or
Time-Out Technique (S) Hurtful Comments
Time-Out: When It Doesn't
Mistreating Peers and Siblings Seem to Be Working
Preschool Toilet Training
Bed-Wetting (S)
Prevention of Toilet Training Problems
Toilet Training Basics (S)
Toilet Training Resistance (S)
Parenting a Child Aged 6 to 9 yr
Accident Prevention
Literature for Younger School-Age Children
Behavior (S)
Medical Topics (S)
Communicating with Your Child
Parenting Issues (S)
Day Care
Play
Development, Normal: 6 to 7 yr
Seeking Additional Help
Development, Normal: 7 to 8 yr
Toy Safety Checklist
Development, Normal: 8 to 9 yr
Family Time
Younger School-Age Behavior (6 to 9 yr)
Attention Span, Short (S)
School Problems (S)
Bed-Wetting (S)
Sleep Problems (S)
Discipline (S)
Television: Reducing the Negative Impact (S)
Divorce
Tics (Twitches) (S)
R-Rated Movies: Protecting Our Children
Video Games
Younger School-Age Discipline (6 to 9 yr)
Discipline Basics (S)
Spoiled Children, Prevention of
Fighting and Spitting
Stealing
Job Grounding
Swearing
Lying
Teaching Your Child to Follow Instructions
Making Harmful Threats or Hurtful Comments
Temper Tantrums (S)
Sibling Quarrels
Time-Out Technique (S)
Spanking (S)
School-Age Sleep Problems (6 to 12 yr)
Nightmares (S)
Night Terrors (S)
Sleepwalking (S)
Parenting a Child Aged 9 to 12 yr
Accident Prevention
Literature for Older School-Age Children
Behavior (S)
Medical Topics (S)
Communicating with Your Child
Parenting Issues (S)
Day Care
Play
Development, Normal: 9 to 10 yr
Seeking Additional Help
Development, Normal: 10 to 11 yr
Toy Safety Checklist
Development, Normal: 11 to 12 yr
Family Time
Older School-Age Behavior (9 to 12 yr)
Attention Span, Short (S)
School Problems (S)
Bed-Wetting (S)
Sleep Problems (S)
Discipline (S)
Television: Reducing the Negative Impact (S)
Divorce
Tics (Twitches) (S)
R-Rated Movies: Protecting Our Children
Video Games
Older School-Age Discipline (9 to 12 yr)
Adolescent Rebellion, Normal (S)
Spanking (S)
Discipline Basics (S)
Spoiled Children, Prevention of
Fighting and Spitting
Stealing
Job Grounding
Stealing by Older Children (AACAP)
Lying
Swearing
Making Harmful Threats or
Temper Tantrums (S) Hurtful Comments
Sibling Quarrels
Day Care: Infants (0 to 18 mo) Guide to Types of Day Care
In-Home Care
Employer Day Care
Family Day Care
Possible Resources
Center-Based Care for Day Care
Parent Cooperatives Questions to Ask / Checklists for
In-Home Care
Family Care
Center-Based Care
General Questions Other Information
Helping Your Youngster Adjust to Day Care
Day Care Danger Signals
Helping to Ensure Safe Day Care
Baby Sitter Guidelines
Instructions for Baby Sitters
Day Care: Toddler (18 mo to 3 yr) Guide to Types of Day Care
In-Home Care
Employer Day Care
Family Day Care
Possible Resources
Center-Based Care for Day Care
Parent Cooperatives Questions to Ask / Checklists for
In-Home Care
Family Care
Center-Based Care
General Questions Other Information
Helping Your Youngster Adjust to Day Care
Day Care Danger Signals
Helping to Ensure Safe Day Care
Baby Sitter Guidelines
Instructions for Baby Sitters
Children's Literature: Nursery School and Day Care
Day Care: Preschool (3 to 6 yr) Guide to Types of Day Care
In-Home Care
Before and After School Care
Family Day Care
Employer Day Care
Center-Based Care
Possible Resources for Day Care
Parent Cooperatives Questions to Ask / Checklists for
In-Home Care
Family Care
Center-Based Care
General Questions Other Information
Helping Your Youngster Adjust to Day Care
Day Care Danger Signals
Helping to Ensure Safe Day Care
Baby Sitter Guidelines
Instructions for Baby Sitters
Day Care: School-Age Children Guide to Types of Day Care
In-Home Care
Before and After School Care
Family Day Care
Employer Day Care
Center-Based Care
Possible Resources for Day Care
Parent Cooperatives Questions to Ask / Checklists for
In-Home Care
Family Care
Center-Based Care
General Questions Other Information
Day Care Danger Signals
Helping to Ensure Safe Day Care
Baby Sitter Guidelines
Instructions for Baby Sitters
Day Care: General Questions Questions to Ask:
Your Prospective Caregiver
Yourself
About Day Care in General
Facilities
Caregiver
Day Care Program
Health and Safety
Meals
Hospitalization of a Child
Helping a Child Cope with Hospitalization
Keeping Family Routine When a Child Is Seriously Ill
Parenting Issues: Infant
Common Concerns of New Parents
Day Care: Adjusting
Death
Discipline (S)
Divorce
Hospitalization
Mother Working Outside the Home (S)
Moving
Remarriage
Seeking Outside Help (Counseling)
Self-Esteem
Sibling: New Baby (S)
Sleep Problems (S)
Parenting Issues: Toddler
Bedtime Refusal (S)
Day Care: Adjusting
Death
Discipline (S)
Divorce
Hospitalization
Mother Working Outside the Home (S)
Moving
Remarriage
Seeking Outside Help (Counseling)
Self-Esteem
Sibling: New Baby (S)
Parenting Issues: Preschool Child
Bedtime Refusal (S)
Day Care: Adjusting
Death
Discipline (S)
Divorce
Hospitalization
Mother Working Outside the Home (S)
Moving
Remarriage
School: Entering
Seeking Outside Help (Counseling)
Self-Esteem
Sex Education
Sibling: New Baby (S)
Parenting Issues: Child 6 to 9 yr
Death
Discipline (S)
Divorce
Hospitalization
Moving
Remarriage
School (S)
Seeking Outside Help (Counseling)
Self-Esteem
Sex Education
Sibling: New Baby (S)
Parenting Issues: Child 9 to 12 yr
Death
Discipline (S)
Divorce
Hospitalization
Moving
Remarriage
School (S)
Seeking Outside Help (Counseling)
Self-Esteem
Sex Education
Sibling: New Baby (S)
Temper Tantrums (S)
Sibling and New Baby
Sibling Rivalry and Newborns (S)
While Mother Is in the Hospital Lists of Books to Help a Child Cope
Family Members
Jealousy
Sibling of Newborn
Introduction to Pediatric Advisor
Background Information: Authors, Reviewers, and Publisher
Infant Feeding
Breast-Feeding (15 topics) (S)
Formula Feeding (S)
Weaning, Normal (S)
Weaning Reluctance or Resistance (S)
Solid (Strained) Foods (S)
Food Allergies (S)
Overweight Infants, Prevention of (S)
Breast-Feeding
Essentials of Breast-Feeding (S)
Milk Supply: How to Increase
Advantages of Breast-Feeding
Plugged Ducts
Breast-Feeding Positions
Postpartum Breast Engorgement
Breast Infection (Mastitis)
Screening Form for Early Follow- Up of Breast-Fed Infants
General Recommendations for Breast- Feeding Mothers
Sore Nipples
Introducing a Bottle to a Breast-
Storage and Handling of Breast Fed Baby Milk for Nonhospitalized Infants
Milk Supply: Bringing in and
The Let-Down Reflex (Milk Maintaining during Hospitalization Ejection Reflex) of Newborn
Milk Supply: How Do I Know My Baby Is Getting Enough Milk?
Infant Skin Care
Newborn Skin Care (Normal) (S)
Acne (S)
Diaper Rash (S)
Drooling Rash (S)
Erythema Toxicum (S)
Forceps Marks (S)
Milia (S)
Mongolian Spots (S)
Stork Bites (S)
Traveling with a Baby
Airplanes
Car
Restaurants
Trains, Hotels, and Friends' Homes
Teething/Thumbsucking
Pacifiers
Teething (S)
Thumbsucking (S)
Safety
Accident Prevention
Childproofing Your Home
Baby Equipment
Baby Equipment and Supplies: Overview
Back Carrier
Laundry
Books
Layette
Car Safety Seat
Pacifier
Crib
Playpen
Diapers
Stroller
Dressing Table
Toy Box
Gate
Toys
High Chair
Vaporizer/Humidifier
Infant Carrier
Walker
Common Concerns of New Parents
Day Care for Infants
Economics of a New Baby
Emotions on Becoming a New Mother
Friendships and Isolation
Mother Working Outside the Home (S)
Pain and Fatigue
Relationship with Spouse
Adolescent Medicine (Written for Teens)
Infections
Skin Conditions (S)
Common Symptoms or Conditions (S)
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Birth Control Methods
Diet
Infections (for Teenagers)
Colds
Pierced Ear Infection
Cough
Pneumonia
Diarrhea
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Ear Infection
Sinus Infection
Eye Infection with Pus
Sore Throat
Eye Infection without Pus
Strep Throat Infection
Fever
Swimmer's Ear
Influenza
Urinary Tract Infection
Mononucleosis, Infectious
Vomiting
Skin Conditions (for Teenagers)
Abrasions
Jock Itch
Acne (S)
Poison Ivy
Athlete's Foot
Puncture Wounds
Bruises
Sunburn
Cuts and Scratches
Toenail, Ingrown
Dandruff
Warts
Hives
Common Symptoms or Conditions (for Teenagers)
Anal Fissure
Hay Fever
Anemia (S)
Headache
Asthma
Menstrual Cramps
Backache
Menstrual Period, Missed or Late
Bedwetting (Enuresis)
Motion Sickness
Canker Sores (Mouth Ulcers)
Nosebleed
Cold Sores
Rebellion, Normal (for parents)
Constipation
Toothache
Eye Allergies
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Adolescents and AIDS
Gonorrhea in Males
Bacterial Vaginosis
Genital Herpes
Chlamydia in Males
Genital Warts
Chlamydia in Females
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Crab Lice
Trichomonas
Gonorrhea in Females
Vaginal Yeast Infection See Also:
Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Birth Control
Birth Control Pills
Condoms
Diaphragm
Menstrual Period, Missed or Late
Natural Family Planning
Pregnancy Prevention
Vaginal Spermicides
Diet (for Teenagers)
A Healthy Diet for Teenagers
Overweight: A Weight Reduction Program for Teenagers
Cholesterol Screening or Testing
Treating High Cholesterol Levels
Sugar and Sweets
Suggested Play Materials
Infants (0 to 18 mo)
Toddlers (18 mo to 3 yr)
Preschoolers (3 to 6 yr)
Younger School-Age Children (6 to 9 yr)
Older School-Age Children (9 to 12 yr) See also:
Play
Toys
Suggested Play Activities
Infants (0 to 18 mo)
Toddlers (18 mo to 3 yr)
Preschoolers (3 to 6 yr)
Younger School-Age Children (6 to 9 yr)
Older School-Age Children (9 to 12 yr)
Entire List of Play Activities See also:
Play
Toys
Infant Play Activities
Like Baby, Like Parent
Little into Big
Look And Listen
Mirror Play
Toy And Blanket
Toy Throw For other information:
Play
Toys
Toddler Play Activities
Let's Dance
Shape Box
Little into Big
Story Time
Musical Instruments
Touch Squares
Sand Play
Water Play For other information:
Play
Toys
Preschool Play Activities (3 to 6 yr)
Costume Dress-Up
Paper Plate Fun
Finger Painting
Pretend
Let's Dance
Puppet Play
Make-Believe Box
Sand Play
Make-Believe Sheet
Shape Box
Mix and Match
Story Time
Musical Instruments
Water Play
Pantomime Play For other information:
Play
Toys
Play Activities: Children Age 6 to 9 yr
Bean Bag Toss
Pantomime Play
Calendar
Paper Plate Fun
Collage
Pretend
Costume Dress-Up
Puppet Play
Finger Painting
Sand Play
Macaroni Marvels
Sponge Art
Make-Believe Box
Stone Face
Make-Believe Sheet
Story Time
Musical Instruments
Sun Fun
Nature's Way
Water Play For other information:
Play
Toys
Play Activities: Children Age 9 to 12 yr
Bean Bag Toss
Macaroni Marvels
Bottle Garden
Nature's Way
Calendar
Puppet Play
Collage
Sponge Art
Hobbies
Stone Face
Hold It
Sun Fun For other information:
Play
Toys
Entire List of Play Activities
Bean Bag Toss
Musical Instruments
Bottle Garden
Nature's Way
Calendar
Pantomime Play
Collage
Paper Plate Fun
Costume Dress-Up
Pretend
Finger Painting
Puppet Play
Hobbies
Sand Play
Hold It
Shape Box
Let's Dance
Sponge Art
Like Baby, Like Parent
Stone Face
Little into Big
Story Time
Look And Listen
Sun Fun
Macaroni Marvels
Touch Squares
Make-Believe Box
Toy and Blanket
Make-Believe Sheet
Toy Throw
Mirror Play
Water Play
Mix and Match
Children's Literature
Book Lists by Subjects
Infant Literature (0 to 18 mo)
Importance of Books
Toddler Literature (18 mo to 3 yr)
Suggested Reading Activities
Preschool Literature (3 to 6 yr)
Using Books to Help Children Cope
Younger School-Age Literature (6 to 9 yr)
Older School-Age Literature (9 to 12 yr)
Books for Children and Parents Select any of the following topics for a list of books for children.
Adoption
Friends
Attention Deficit Disorder
Gifted Child
Bath
Height
Bedtime
Hospital
Bed-Wetting
Moving
Blanket/Toy Attachment
Parenting
Bullying
School/Preschool
Death
Self-Esteem
Dentist and Doctor
Sex Education
Disability and Illness
Sexual Abuse
Dishonesty
Sharing
Divorce and Remarriage
Substance Abuse
Emotions
Thumbsucking
Family Relationships
Toilet Training
Fear
Working Mother
Literature: Death
General
Grandparent
Parent
Pet
Suicide
Literature: Disability and Illness
Asthma
Hearing Loss
Autism
Mental Retardation
Cancer
Physical Disability
Cerebral Palsy
Reading Disability
Diabetes
Spina Bifida
Down Syndrome
Visual Impairment
Epilepsy
Wheelchair
Literature: Divorce and Remarriage
Divorce
Remarriage
Literature: Emotions
General
Anger
Fear
Jealousy
Shyness
Literature: Fear
General
Animals
Dark
Separation
Storms
Water
Literature: Friends
Dilemmas
Imaginary Friends
Making Friends
Literature: Dentist and Doctor
Dentist
Doctor
Literature: School/Preschool
Preschool
Entering School
Adjusting to School
Literature: Family Relationships
Family (general)
Sibling Rivalry
Sibling of Newborn
Parents
Oldest Sibling
Grandparents
Middle Sibling
Stepparent
Youngest Sibling
Only Child
Day Care
Day Care Alternatives: The Different Kinds of Care
Finding and Investigating Day Care Alternatives
Questions to Ask When You Are Seeking Day Care
How to Help Your Youngster Adjust to Day Care
Baby Sitter Guidelines
Instructions for Baby Sitters
Danger Signals of Potentially Abusive Providers
Preventive Measures to Insure Safe Day Care
Types of Day Care
In-Home Care
Family Day Care
Center-Based Care
Parent Cooperatives
Before and After School Care
Employer Day Care
Play
General Guidelines
Stages of Children's Play
Teaching Independent Play Skills
Toys
Suggested Play Materials
Examples of Play Activities
Teaching Independent Play Skills
Teaching Independent Play: General Guidelines
Teaching Independent Play: Infant
Teaching Independent Play: Toddler
Toys
Introduction
Television Toy Commercials
Buying Toys
Toy Safety
Toy Safety Checklist According to Age Group
Infants (0 to 18 mo)
Toddlers (18 mo to 3 yr)
Preschoolers (3 to 6 yr)
Younger School-Age Children (6 to 9 yr)
Older School-Age Children (9 to 12 yr) Related Topics
Introduction to Toys
Introduction to Play
Stages of Children's Play
Infant Play (0 to 18 mo)
Toddler Play (18 mo to 3 yr)
Preschool Play (3 to 6 yr)
Younger School-Age Play (6 to 9 yr)
Older School-Age Play (9 to 12 yr)
Counseling
Comprehensive Psychiatric
Psychotherapy for Children and Evaluation Adolescents
Continuum of Care for Children and
Questions to Ask Before Inpatient Adolescents with Mental Illness Psychiatric Treatment
Diagnosing Major Psychiatric
Questions to Ask Before You Disorders in Children Decide on a Therapist
Evaluating Normality in
Sources of Referral Information Psychological Development
When to Seek Psychiatric Help
Making Decisions About Substance for Your Child Abuse Treatment
Mental Health Professionals
A Guide to Children's Development Infant Preschool
Newborn
3 years
2 weeks
4 years
2 months
5 years
4 months
6 months Younger School Age
9 months
6 years
12 months
7 years
8 years Toddler
15 months Older School Age
18 months
9 years
2 years
10 years
11 years
Normal Infant Development
Newborn
2 weeks
2 months
4 months
6 months
9 months
12 months
15 months
18 months
Guidelines for Producing a Pediatric Practice Newsletter
Reasons for Producing a Newsletter
Target Audience
Content and Style
Practical Aspects
Parenting Issues
Bedtime Refusal (S)
Remarriage: Helping Children Cope
Child Abuse
School: Adjusting
Day Care: Adjusting
School: Entering
Death
Self-Esteem
Discipline (S)
Sex Education
Divorce (S)
Sibling: New Baby (S)
Hospitalization
Single Parenting
Mother Working Outside
Stepparenting or Blended the Home (S) Families
Moving
Temper Tantrums (S)
Death As parents, it is often exceedingly difficult to answer children's questions about death or to console them when they are grieving. The subject of death is emotionally charged. Children's ideas about death depend largely on their age, level of development, and personal experience. For children's age-related views about death, press:
Infant/Toddler (0 to 3 yr)
Preschool (3 to 6 yr)
Younger School Age (6 to 9 yr)
Older School Age (9 to 12 yr) See also:
Guidelines to Help a Child Cope with Death
Books to Help a Child Cope with Death
Divorce
General Guidelines (S) Age-Appropriate Guidelines
Infant/Toddler (0 to 3 yr)
Preschool (3 to 6 yr)
Younger School Age (6 to 9 yr)
Older School Age (9 to 12 yr) Book List
Books to Help a Child Cope with Divorce
Mental Illness and Psychiatric Problems
The Anxious Child
Psychiatric Medication for
The Child with a Long-Term Children and Adolescents Illness
Psychotherapy for Children and
Children of Parents with Mental Adolescents Illness
Questions to Ask Before Inpatient
Comprehensive Psychiatric Psychiatric Treatment Evaluation
Schizophrenia in Children
The Continuum of Care for
Symptoms of Depression in Children Children and Adolescents and Teenagers with Mental Illness
Symptoms of Eating Disorders in
Diagnosing Major Psychiatric Teenagers Disorders in Children
Teen Suicide
Evaluating Normality in
Tourette's Disorder Psychological Development
Warning Signs of Teenage Alcohol
Helping Children After and Drug Abuse a Disaster
Ways Children Cope with Grief
Making Decisions About
When to Seek Professional Help Substance Abuse Treatment for Your Child
Panic Disorder in Children and Adolescents
Medical Forms
Camp Checkup
Gym Excuse
Medications Needed at School or Day Care
School Excuse
Soiling (Encopresis): Note to School Staff
Sports Participation Checkup
Work Excuse for Parent
Well Child Visits
2 Week Visit (S)
15 Month Visit (S)
2 Month Visit (S)
18 Month Visit (S)
4 Month Visit (S)
2 Year Visit (S)
6 Month Visit (S)
3 Year Visit (S)
9 Month Visit (S)
4 Year Visit (S)
12 Month Visit (S)
5 Year Visit (S)
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