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Anatomy of the Breasts
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A closer look at the structure of the breast.
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Normal Breast Development and Changes
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Breast development happens in certain stages during a woman's life: first before birth, and again at puberty and later during the childbearing years. Changes also happen to the breasts during menstruation and when a woman reaches menopause.
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Stop Dating Abuse Before It Starts
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Male Sexual Development
Teen dating violence is worrisome. But it's not inevitable. Here's how you and your teen can prevent possibly unsafe situations and reduce the risk for problems.
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Overview of the Male Anatomy
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The male reproductive anatomy includes the bladder, epididymis, penis, scrotum, and prostate gland.
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents
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A detailed look at STIs and teens, from protection and treatment to different types of STIs.
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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
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Women suffer more frequent and severe symptoms from STDs. Some STDs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease, which can lead to both infertility and ectopic pregnancy.
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Bulimia Nervosa in Children
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Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder. A child with bulimia overeats or binges uncontrollably. This overeating may be followed by self-induced throwing up (purging).
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Anorexia Nervosa in Children
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Eating Disorders
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder. It is a form of self-starvation. Children and teens with this health problem have a distorted body image. They think they weigh too much.
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Major Depression in Teens
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Major depression goes beyond the day's normal ups and downs. It involves a teen's body, mood, and thoughts. It can affect and disrupt eating, sleeping, or thinking patterns.
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Bipolar Disorder in Teens
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Bipolar disorder is a type of depression. A teen with bipolar disorder often has extreme mood swings. These mood swings go beyond the day's normal ups and downs.
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The Dangers of Binge Drinking
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On college campuses across the U.S., many students ages 18 to 24 are taking part in a dangerous activity called binge drinking. This means drinking alcohol to the point of getting drunk. Read on to learn more about the risks.
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Binge Drinking Dangers for Young People
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Binge drinkers are most likely found on college campuses, where many students consider a big game or fraternity party an excuse to drink all weekend.
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The Facts About Recreational Marijuana
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Knowing about marijuana can help you tell if your child or someone else is using it, and help them to get treatment.
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The Menace of Methamphetamine
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Methamphetamine (meth) is a highly addictive drug. It is related to the legal stimulant amphetamine, but has stronger effects.
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