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Posted by: Alena Schuckmann on May 19, 2025

To truly support children in care, we must first understand the system they’re part of—and that means letting go of some long-standing misconceptions.

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Teen Relationships: Healthy, Unhealthy or Abusive?
It’s important for everyone, especially parents, to know and understand signs and expectations of a healthy relationship, as well as an abusive one.
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Challenges in the World of AI and Deepfakes: A Guide for Parents

Discover how AI and deepfakes can manipulate reality and pose risks to teens in the digital world. Learn essential tips for parents to protect their children from these emerging threats.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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How Parents Can Help Their Teen Navigate a Breakup Safely

Feb 13, 2025

Is your teen navigating a tough breakup? Discover how your support can make all the difference. Read More

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Supporting Your Child’s Safety: Understanding and Addressing Stalking

Jan 02, 2025

By recognizing the signs of stalking, responding appropriately, and seeking support and resources, you can help your child feel safe and empowered. If you believe your child is being stalked, don’t hesitate to act. Read More

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Fight, Flight, or Freeze: Understanding Survivor Responses to Domestic Violence

Oct 04, 2024

When someone experiences domestic violence, their reactions can be difficult to understand, both for themselves and for those around them. Many people have heard of the "fight or flight" response, but in the context of trauma, a more accurate way to think about it is the "fight, flight, or freeze" response. Read More

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It Ends with Us but It Starts with a Conversation: How Parents Can Discuss Domestic Violence with Their Teen

Sep 16, 2024

Having conversations about domestic violence is crucial. It’s not just about talking to kids about what they see in movies, but also about teaching them how to recognize unhealthy behaviors and where to turn for help. Read More

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Starting a Conversation With Your Kids About Sexual Abuse

Jun 27, 2024

Media coverage of prominent figures in our community involved in sexual abuse cases can be difficult to hear and understand. How do we approach this conversation with children and explain that one of their heroes or another important person may have taken part in a horrific act? Read More

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Smart Toys: What Parents Need to Know

Jun 27, 2024

Parents and caregivers should be cautious with any toy that has cameras or microphones, has GPS or Internet connectivity, or requests and stores data. Read More

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365 Days Parental Advisory: Netflix Film Romanticizes Kidnapping and Sexual Assault

Jun 27, 2024

In June 2020, a film based on the bestselling novel, 365 dni, premiered on Netflix. 365 Days is categorized as an erotic drama and is rated TV-MA. This is concerning because the “intimacy” and “romance” that viewers are drawn to is actually abuse, as the relationship is based entirely on power and control. Read More

Preventing Child Abuse in Your Community: How You Can Help

Jun 27, 2024

Every child deserves the right to grow up in a safe and healthy environment. However, this is not the case for many children. Five children die every day in this country due to abuse and neglect. Read More