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The best places for parents and kids to talk

As kids grow older, they face new challenges at school, with friends, and at home. Reflect on your own childhood experiences with all of these factors. You can probably recall at least one past experience that you really appreciated having a parent or trusted adult you could talk to. Talking with a...
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Do you comfort view?

Lately, I have caught myself in a habit of rewatching the same television shows rather than finding new shows to explore. I wondered if there was something to this – that maybe others might be doing the same thing. So, I entered this behavior in Google and there it was…. comfort viewing or comfort...
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Your guide to smart sun protection

It’s that time of the year! Ball games, cookouts, picnics, bike riding, swimming, and all kinds of fun in the sun. However, if you find yourself and your family not properly protected and prepared, the fun soon wanes. Keep reading to learn about protecting your skin.The American Academy of...
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Coping with loss in caregiving

There are 59 million people caring for someone aged 18+ years of age in the US.Researchers agree that caring for a disabled adult is one of the most stressful and challenging events families can face. This stress is often overwhelming and may have a negative impact on our emotional health and well-...
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Growing minds all summer long

As the last day of school ends, children begin the transition from school to home-based learning. They trade in their backpacks and schoolbooks for swimsuits, camping gear, games, and more. Family, friends, babysitters, and camp leaders facilitate activities that support literacy, mathematics, and...
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When Medical Tests Spark Anxiety

You may have heard the phrase, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Attributed to Benjamin Franklin, this saying highlights an important truth: taking small, proactive steps now can help prevent much larger challenges in the future. Prevention is often easier, less...
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Celebrate Mental Health Month in May

May is Mental Health Month, and University of Illinois Extension is joining Mental Health America (MHA) to focus on a simple, shared goal: helping people have more good days, together. MHA’s More Good Days, Together campaign is about meeting people where they are and recognizing that “good” looks...
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