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How to Prevent Dog BitesKids are the victims of more than half of the 4.7 million dog bites in the United States each year.

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On Female Body Image and the New Cosmetic Surgery Statistics

By: Karen Springen

March 12, 2013

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Cosmetic surgery statistics and female body image.

On female body image and the new cosmetic surgery statistics: What to say to your kids about breast implants, Botox, and liposuction.

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Relationship Tips: No. 1 Is Don't Keep Score!

By: Karen Springen

March 11, 2013

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Relationship tips: No. 1 is don't keep score! In marriages (and friendships), don't track who did every last load of wash or placed every last phone call.

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In Defense of Taking Tests

By: Karen Springen

March 8, 2013

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Taking tests: a good way to improve memory and learning at any age.

In defense of taking tests: Exams may improve learning in people of all ages. (That means you, mom and dad!) Break out the No. 2 pencil.

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The Eldest Child

By: Karen Springen

March 7, 2013

Does birth order matter? Ask Raquel Welch, Rob Lowe, Bill Cosby, Parker Stevenson, Caroline Kennedy, J.K. Rowling, and others who are older than their siblings.

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On Giving Gifts and Feeling Good

By: Karen Springen

March 4, 2013

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Don't pinch your pennies when it comes to giving gifts.

On giving gifts and feeling good: New research finds that it really is better to give than to receive. (So be generous and donate now.)

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A Chat with Gabby Douglas and Her Mom

By: Karen Springen

March 1, 2013

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A chat with Gabby Douglas and her mom: The Olympic gold medalist is helping First Lady Michelle Obama and Nike get kids moving.

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Mentor, Mentee: Building Relationships

By: Karen Springen

February 28, 2013

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Mentor, mentee: Building relationships. A mentor is more than just a good role model.

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Good-For-You Foods Make Best Snacks for Children

By: Robyn Flipse, The Everyday Dietitian

February 27, 2013

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Nutritious snacks like cheese and vegetables help kids eat less and feel more sa

Increased snacking can contribute to obesity, but research shows when snacks for children are made of good for you foods like cheese and vegetables, they eat fewer calories than when given chips.

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People Can Change -- for the Better

By: Karen Springen

February 26, 2013

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People can change: Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck explains how brief psychological interventions conveying the message that personalities aren't fixed can work miracles.

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Families of Academy Award Nominees

By: Karen Springen

February 24, 2013

These Oscar candidates are actors, directors, sons and daughters, moms and dads…