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Addressing the Issues of Parental Illness and its Impact on Children, Youth and Families: Links to Other Web Sites 
Parental illness, whether physical or mental, can stress even the strongest of families. Families become socially isolated at a time when they often need supportive social relationships. Find out mo... Details >
Children’s Health Topics: Family Health
This section addresses children’s health and well-being in the context of the family. The section links to information on the impact of a positive family environment on children’s development. Informa... Details >
Facts for Families - American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Also available in: Spanish
Facts for Families provide concise and up-to-date information on child and adolescent development and issues concerning the behavioral, mental or developmental disorders that may affect them. Topics i... Details >
Family Health History - Genetic Alliance
Your family history holds key information about your past and clues to your future health. This document offers instructions on how to collect and record a family history by talking to your relatives,... Details >
Family History is Important for Health
Most of us know that we can reduce our risk of disease by eating a healthy diet, getting enough exercise, and not smoking. But did you know that your family history might be one of the strongest influ... Details >
National Office of Public Health Genomics- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Family Reunion Health Guide
Many of us know family members who have diabetes or high blood pressure, which often run in African-American families. These conditions are the leading causes of kidney failure. That's why it is so im... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Family Topics
Families Worldwide is continually collecting research and articles on families and family issues. This page offers a variety of information, including: Abortion; Adolescents/Children; Child Abuse; Ch... Details >
Gardening Health and Safety Tips
Whether you are a beginner or expert gardener, health and safety are important. These tips will help you and your family stay healthy while having fun in the garden. ... Details >
Office of Women's Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Healthy Gardening Tips
The following tips are offered to make gardening easier and more comfortable even if you have physical limitations.... Details >
Healthy Habits for TV, Video Games, and the Internet
Too much screen time can have unhealthy side effects on your child. Learn why it's wise to monitor and limit the time your child spends playing video games, watching TV, and playing games on the Inter... Details >