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Understanding Neglect's Toll on Child Development

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Understanding Neglect's Toll on Child Development By Claire Chiamulera

A new report shares how severe neglect impacts young chidren's development and sets a framework for intervening.

Adolescents

New Birth Assessment Helps Teen Parents in Illinois Foster Care

By Claire Chiamulera

New teen parents in foster care in many Illinois counties are receiving "new birth assessments" as part of a statewide response to assist young parents in the child welfare system.

Researchers Outline Strategies to Prevent Teen Depression and Suicide

Untreated depression is one of the leading causes of teen suicide. Learn the signs and effective interventions.

New Intervention for Teens at Risk for Suicide

Researchers are looking for new ways to identify teens at risk for suicide and ensure they receive mental health treatment. A new study will evaluate a hospital-based intervention to assess its effectiveness.

Abigail English: A Pioneer in Health Care for Teens

By Karen Brown

Before she became a renowned legal advocate for adolescents, Abigail English had a deep empathy for children in peril.

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Physical Health
  • Healthy Nutrition for Children in Foster Care
    • Malnutrition and food-related problems are a concern for many children in the child welfare system. Healthy diets and nutrition and physical activity can promote positive physical and mental development.
  • Foster Children Eligible for Free School Meals
  • First Lady Michele Obama powerfully advocated for Congress to pass a new child nutrition law before it adjourned late last year. Thanks to her efforts, foster and kinship care children may now receive access to free nutritional food at school.

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