Pediatric Chronic Illness Conditions and Diseases
Pediatric Chronic Illness Conditions and Diseases
Sites on chronic illness in children.
In a nutshell, it's a problem or condition that may limit what a person can do, that doesn't always go away [kids definition].
Top: Health: Conditions and Diseases: Chronic Illness: Pediatric
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Bandaides and Blackboards - Supports kids, teenagers and adults who are dealing with having a medical problem. Advice about teasing, what to expect in a hospital, poetry, and shared stories.
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What is a Chronic Illness? - Explains to children what their ill friend or relative experiences and what they can do themselves.
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Children and Grief - Discusses how children handle grief and loss and which signs indicate they have difficulty coping (AACAP Facts For Families).
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Dealing With a Health Condition - Explains teenagers how to cope, to take control, deal with others.
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Shared Vision - Complete article (also as PDF) on longterm needs, financial and medical planning.
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Youth in Transition - Article on transitions in youth with chronic health disorders advises their caregivers in assisting to gradual independence and self-management.
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The Child With a Long-Term Illness - AACAP Facts For Families describes the risk for developing associated emotional problems as the child must must cope with a disease that is here to stay and may even get worse.
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Parental Advice on Coping with Chronic Illness of your Child - Tips how to explain, deal with emotions, use discipline, keep a family routine, and cope with strangers.
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