Obsessive compulsive disorder (#OCD) has a range of signs and symptoms that can be broken down into obsessive symptoms and compulsive symptoms. These are the common obsessive and compulsive symptoms that can occur in teens: ow.ly/AGrj50STPeO #MentalHealth #Parenting

Sometimes, the morning drop-off for the first few days of school can cause anxiety in young children. Visit this page to learn how you can provide experiences that create trust by making your child feel understood and comforted: ow.ly/hbtz50T2qg8 #Attachment #BackToSchool

A chronic condition can have a major impact on your teen's life. They might miss school, activities with friends or family, hobbies and sports when managing their condition. These are some ways to cope as they adjust to life with a chronic condition: ow.ly/OWHJ50TbcpK

It is important for teens to learn the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. This includes learning about pressures, dating violence, and what consent means in sexual relationships. Read more: ow.ly/MfvR50Tahyg #WorldSexualHealthDay #PositiveRelationships

#DYK: Acne is caused by the hormones of puberty and is not caused by poor hygiene. Learn more about acne, including the different types and how they can be treated: ow.ly/Qr6w50TbbXz #AcneAwarenessMonth

There is no legal age minimum for getting a tattoo in Canada, but most tattoo studios will not tattoo teens under the age of 18 without parental consent. Learn more about considerations for getting tattoos: ow.ly/ex0T50Tb8pQ #Tattoo #Teen

Watch this 60-second video to learn how to safely store #breastmilk: youtube.com/shorts/uVUAn0f… #BreastFeeding

Cyberbullying is a type of bullying that uses the internet, texting or social media. Learn about what #cyberbullying looks like and what you can do if your child is being cyberbullied: ow.ly/bTRb50T1s8y #BackToSchool #Parenting

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted disease in Canada. About one in four Canadians under the age of 25 have HPV. Learn how the HPV vaccine can help protect against HPV: ow.ly/icfo50PRrJT #HPVPrevention

In this video playlist, you will find short videos on the following topics: 📕How to help your child learn 🏫My child is not trying in school - What can I do? ✏️Are letter reversals cause for concern? ow.ly/nzXH50T2qOk

Stress triggers a 'fight or flight' response in your body. When this goes on for too long your muscles become tense, your heart rate increases and you may start to feel sick or tired. Learn how to recognize when you're feeling stressed: ow.ly/vi9L50TcH0g #Stress #Health

It can be very common for parents to experience increased difficulties in their relationships with partners or spouses when their child has cancer. Read about how you and your partner can cope separately and together: ow.ly/YtZ550TcGSp #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth

Fever is not a disease or illness itself but a signal that something is going on in the body. For example, it can be a sign that the body is fighting infection. Learn more, including how to care for a child who has a fever: ow.ly/gBgt50TcHun #Fever #HealthCare

Some children will gag or vomit when they are given pureed foods that are not smooth. This is often caused by a very sensitive gag reflex. These are a few things you can do to help make your child's gag reflex less sensitive: ow.ly/MH5F50TcHYN #Parenting #Baby

Many things can influence your self-esteem including your body-image, major life changes, environmental stressors, and mental health. Learn tips to improve self-esteem: ow.ly/AOJz50SePLh #SelfEsteem #Teens

Did you know that as your child gets older, they require less #sleep. Visit this page to find out how many hours of sleep each night children need to maintain good physical, mental and emotional health! ow.ly/jMun50T2ckO #Parenting #BackToSchool

Anyone can create content on the internet, which makes it difficult to figure out what is true and what is not when looking at information online. Learn how the acronym SCREEN can help you choose which information to trust: ow.ly/YaaX50PKPAF #SCREEN

Now that school has started, germs will be shared among students. Remind kids how hand hygiene can help prevent the spread of germs. #1 tip: Wash hands for at least 20 seconds & make sure to clean your hands in these situations: ow.ly/JMNn50PC7I7

Practising reading in a variety of contexts, both at school and at home, can support your child’s learning. Check out these reading tips to help your child develop their reading skills: ow.ly/WhUs50TagH7 #ReadABookDay #Learning

If your teen has sickle cell disease, it can be helpful to talk with their teachers and school administrators about how to make school more comfortable for your teen. Learn about common school accommodations: ow.ly/F1tC50TcHRr #SickleCellAwarenessMonth #SickleCellMatters