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12/22/00 - Teenagers and Contact Lenses
Advantages and research on teenagers wearing contacts.

12/12/00 - Drinking and Driving
Tips on prevention.

11/28/00 - Youth Risk Behavior Trends
Statistical information on trend surveys given to teenagers by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

11/14/00 - Video Game Ratings
When buying video games check the ratings provide by ESRB.

11/07/00 - Gift Ideas for Teenagers
It's that time of year again! If you need a few ideas for gifts or stocking stuffers, check here.

10/24/00 - Thanksgiving History
Teach your teens the love of history by helping them relate. As an example, you can use these facts about the teenagers of the Mayflower.

10/17/00 - Teen Pregnancy Site
Best of the Net Awarded to the National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy.

10/10/00 - A To-Do List
Things we parents need to remember to do, like surf the Net together, make praise a habit and don't forget to lick the bowl!

10/3/00 - Tongue Piercing There Are Risks
Know the risks, for parents of teenagers who want to get their tongue pierced.

09/26/00 - Diabetic Teens & Self-Esteem
More tips for parents plus how self-esteem can have an effect on diabetic teens.

09/19/00 - Peer Acceptance
Help your teen with their self-confidence so that they can make genuine friendships.

09/05/00 - Teens and Working Tips for Parents
Here are some tips on how to make your teenager's part time job experience a positive one.

08/22/00 - Extreme Eating
Are Teens Compromising Their Health? Five page feature: Nutritional Needs vs. Real Life; Foods for Fueling Fitness; Dieting to Excess; The "I Don't Eat That" Factor; Fun and Healthy Snack Recipes.

08/14/00 - Diabetic Teens
Tips for parents on how to handle an adolescent with diabetes.

07/31/00 - Youth Violence
Tips on how parents can make a difference.

07/17/00 - Open Communication
Tips on how to keep those lines of communication with your teen open.

07/10/00 - Learn First Aid With Your Teen
Why you and your teen should know first aid, plus a first aid kit checklist of supplies.

07/05/00 - Teenagers and Sleep
Why teens need sleep and how to help them get it.

06/19/00 - Working Teens Keep Them Safe
When can teens work? What are the laws and regulations? Find out here.

06/05/00 - Father's Day
Learn the history of Father's Day, and some notable quotes. PLUS: Send a virtual ugly tie to dad!

05/22/00 - Graduation Party Ideas
A list of fun thing to do for a graduation party.

05/15/00 - Million Mom March
Read about the success of this grassroots organization here.

05/03/00 - Warning Signs of Teenage Drug Abuse
Listing of the warning signs.

04/19/00 - Dating Violence
Straight facts on Date Rape and Dating Violence.

04/03/00 - How to Clean Out the Junk
Tips on getting the whole family to spring clean.

03/17/00 - Solid Reasons to Take a Look at Community Colleges
Community College is a viable option for many families. PLUS: A community college cost calculator.

03/07/00 - College Cost Calculator
Is your teen going to go to a public college or a private college? How many years until they go? How much will it cost in the future? Find out here!

02/29/00 - Teach Them the Rules
Protect Your Teen from Violence, Rape & Abduction.

02/15/00 - Truancy
Why keeping our teens in school is important. Plus: statistics & prevention.

02/01/00 - Preteens & Power Struggles
Why we start to have more and more disagreements with our children as they grow, and what to do about them.

01/25/00 - Acne... Pimples... and Zits, OH MY!
Causes, fast facts and what to do to help your teen.

01/11/00 - Tips on Setting Limits & Rules
Clear communication is the key.

01/05/00 - Your Expectations
What are they and do yours need tweaked?

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