Caring for a Seriously or Chronically Ill Child
Find out what the experts have to say.
When your child has a serious or chronic illness, it's hard to think beyond the next treatment. But with planning and communication, you can help your child balance treatment and academics.
Some birth defects are minor and cause no problems; others cause major disabilities. Learn about the different types of birth defects, and how to help prevent them.
There are many camp choices for kids with special needs. From highly specialized camps to regular camps that accommodate kids with special needs, options abound.
Taking care of a chronically ill child is one of the most draining and difficult tasks a parent can face. But support groups, social workers, and family friends often can help.
Kids love their siblings. Often, those who have a brother or sister with special needs want to help. Here's how to help them feel loved and secure about their place in the family.
If your child has cerebral palsy, there's a lot to know. This checklist makes it easy to determine what programs and services very young children with special needs might need.
If your child has cerebral palsy, there's a lot to know. This checklist makes it easy to determine what programs and services school-age kids with special needs might need.
Chemotherapy medications are used to treat cancer throughout the body by killing actively dividing cells. Learn more about chemo.
At least 1 million people in the United States have chronic fatigue syndrome, a condition that makes it difficult to perform everyday tasks. Read more about CFS.
