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Mental Disorders in Children and Youth [English] Permalink Public

Reports from many jurisdictions indicate that the burden of suffering imposed by children & youth mental health problems and disorders is not diminishing. This fact sheet discusses the signs of mental illness in children and youth and what parents can do to help. (English)

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http://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/me...

Feeding Team (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Under Revision

A feeding team is an interdisciplinary team consisting of Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Registered Dieticians. It provides both inpatient and outpatient services to infants and children with feeding and swallowing concerns. This pamphlet includes information on the type of specialized care available, who the team supports, and some causes of feeding and swallowing disorders. (English) Colour

Public Health Speech & Language Referral Guide (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides guidelines representing different stages of a children's speech and language development. They will help you determine if a child should be referred to a speech language pathologist. (English) Colour

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Fraser Health Infant Psychiatry Clinic (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This clinic is for those parents who are concerned that their infant or child is having emotional or behavioural problems possibly, as a result of trauma or extreme stress. This pamphlet outlines the referral process and detailed contact information. (English) Colour

Concussion (Minor Head Injury) in Children (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

The doctor did not find any signs of serious head injury complications and feels it is safe for your child to go home in your care. (English) Colour

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Breath-Holding Spells (Child) [English] Permalink Public

A breath-holding spell​ happens when a child holds their breath for a short time, from a few seconds to a couple of minutes. The spells can occur often in a single day or only now and then. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

Suicide Prevention (Child/Teen) [English] Permalink Public

Suicide is something most parents would rather not talk about. Unfortunately, it is more common than most would like to think. But suicide is often not a sudden event. It is a process. As a parent, becoming aware of the warning signs and being open to talking about suicide, you may be able to prevent it from happening. If you are worried or concerned about your teen, here are some common questions you may find helpful. (English)

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https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Search/Pages/AKHRes...

Sedation (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Sedation is medicine to make your child sleepy or more comfortable during a hospital test or treatment. This information will help you prepare your child for his test or treatment. It describes what sedation is, what happens when your child gets sedation, and how to care for your child after the test or treatment. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/TestsAnd...

Head Injury Prevention in Children [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides information on a preventative approach to deal with head injuries including when to wear helmets and ways to ensure safety inside and outside the home. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Safetyan...

Burn Injuries: Helping Families Cope (Child) [English] Permalink Public

When your child suffers a burn injury, you and your family may experience emotional, social and financial stress. This pamphlet gives answers to some common questions you may have about how to cope with the stress of your child’s initial stages of burn treatment. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...