Sad habit
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Teenagers who are depressed are more likely to begin smoking than teenagers who are not depressed. Parents of teenagers who begin to smoke are advised to express their concern for their child's health and happiness rather than punishing the teen or banning smoking.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1997
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A piercing look: parents' guide to ear, nose and other rings
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Blood-borne infections such as Hepatitis B and HIV can be passed from one teenager to another as they exchange piercing instruments. Advice is provided to help parents reduce the likelihood of their child contracting such a disease as a result of body piercing.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1996
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Head off homesickness: timely packages make happy campers
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Packages of brownies or other treats delivered to a child at camp can help them overcome homesickness. Because homesickness is most common during the first week, it is important to send packages, photographs or other treats early.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1996
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