The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Whining and Pestering
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Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Whining is a verbal temper tantrum. Compared to screaming tantrums, it’s a step up the developmental ladder. Some examples of whining behavior are: A child who won’t take No for an answer. He keeps repeating his demand for something you’ve told him he can’t have or do.
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Whooping Cough (Pertussis)—Child Care and Schools
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infectious_diseases
A contagious and fairly common bacterial infection that causes a range of illnesses, from mild cough to severe disease
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Whooping Cough Exposure - No Symptoms
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Chest or Breathing Symptoms
Information and guidance on exposure (close contact) to a person with confirmed whooping cough (pertussis) when child has no rash or other symptoms of whooping cough.
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Why Am I Having So Much Trouble With School?—ADHD Toolkit
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school-aged_children
It is very common to have difficulties in school if you have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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Why Is My Child Having Trouble in School?—ADHD Toolkit
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school-aged_children
It is very common for children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to have difficulties in school. These problems can occur for several reasons.
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Wildfire Smoke Exposure
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Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Wildfire smoke exposure, mainly from forest fires. The most common symptoms are coughing, a congested nose and watery eyes.
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Wound Infection
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Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A break in the skin (a wound) shows signs of infection. Signs of infection include pus, spreading redness, increased pain or swelling, and fever.
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Wrestling (Care of the Young Athlete)
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sports_and_fitness
Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about how to prevent wrestling injuries. Also included is an overview of common injuries.
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