Supporting Healthy Decisions

Equip tweens and teens with strategies that prepare them to make wise decisions. With your guidance, they can make the kind of choices that keep them safe and promote their healthy growth.

Be a Subtle Question Asker

Apr 02, 2026

Even if you don’t literally shine a flashlight in your teen's face, it’s how your teen feels when you question them directly. You may find out more if you ask subtle questions so your teen doesn’t feel judged.

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Why Talking to Your Teen About Health Education Is Essential

Apr 02, 2026

Teens often benefit from guidance on where to get their health information – for example, school health class, medical offices, social media, web-based platforms, and you, the parent or caring adult. 

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Yes, Teens Still Need a Yearly Visit With Their Doctor. What You Need to Know.

Mar 31, 2026

Routine healthcare is also an opportunity for clinicians to help teens and their parents during adolescence and allow for a smooth transition from adolescence into adulthood.

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The What, When, and How of Healthy Teen Eating

Mar 26, 2026

If your teen is having trouble focusing, three words can get them back on track because food fuels their brain.

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When To Get Your Child a Smartphone

Mar 11, 2026

Have you ever asked yourself, “When should I let my child get a smartphone?” Dr. Ran Barzilay, has some information on the topic that you’re going to want to know.

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Best and Worst Ways to Use AI in School

Nov 26, 2025

The best and worst ways to use AI in school.

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