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Puberty & Growing Up

  • Shaving

    Why do people shave? How do they do it? Read this article for the scoop on shaving.

  • Why Does Hair Grow on Breasts?

    It's possible — and normal — to have hair almost anywhere on the body, including on breasts or around nipples.

  • Alcohol

    Do you know how beer and other alcoholic drinks affect the body and mind? Find out in this article for kids.

  • What Kids Say About: Tobacco

    Everyone knows tobacco is unhealthy, but what do kids think about it? We asked 1,433 kids to give us their opinions.

  • What You Need to Know About Drugs

    Drugs are chemicals that change the way a person's body works. Some drugs help you feel better, but drugs also can harm you. Learn more in this article for kids.

  • Backpacks

    A backpack is an essential item for a kid in school, but they can cause injuries. Find out how to prevent your backpack from becoming a real pain.

  • Dealing With Bullies

    No one likes a bully. Find out how to handle them in this article for kids.

  • Getting Homework Help

    Homework, homework, homework. How do you get it done? Get some tips in this article for kids.

  • Going Back to School

    There's a lot of "new" in the first day of school. New teachers, new friends, new shoes, new notebooks, and sometimes, a new school. Find out more about going back to school in this article for kids.

  • Going to School When You Have Diabetes

    Are you on your own at school when you're dealing with diabetes? Not at all. Your teachers, coaches, school nurse, and friends can help you out.

  • Learning Problems

    Having a learning disability doesn't mean you can't learn. The trick will be figuring out how you learn best.

  • Moving to Middle School

    You're moving on up to middle school. But what will it be like?

  • School Lunches

    Lunch is a great part of the school day. Find out why what you eat can rev you up - or slow you down - for the afternoon ahead.

  • Try Yoga to Lower Stress

    Yoga uses calming breathing and feel-good stretches to relax you. Find out more and give it a try.

  • Video: Study Break Yoga

    Time to take a study break! Stretch out, unwind, and refresh so you can get back to your homework.

  • What to Do if You Don't Like School

    Everyone has a bad day at school once in a while, but some kids really don't like school. Read this article for kids to find out more.

  • Acne

    If you're almost a teen, chances are pretty good that you have some acne. About 8 in 10 preteens and teens have acne, along with many adults.

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