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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.

  • Diabetes: Handling it at School

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

  • 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.

  • 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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