Healthy Kids
In this section of our website, American Health Association attempts to bring some of those important topics about your child's health and development to light. Each month we publish a members question and answer. If you have questions about these or other topics feel free to contact us and we will do our best to find you the answer. Questions@ahahealth.com
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Member - Paul B., CT
Question - How can I make my children more aware of everyday dangers?
Resource - www.McGruff.org
Raising Street Wise Kids!
Would you know what to do if . . .
- He got lost at a shopping mall?
- A nice-looking, friendly stranger offered her a ride home after school?
- A friend dared him to drink some beer or smoke a joint?
- The babysitter or a neighbor wanted to play a secret game?
A great thing about kids is their natural trust in people, especially in adults. It's sometimes hard for parents to teach children to balance this trust with caution. But kids today need to know common-sense rules that can help keep them safe - and build the self-confidence they need to handle emergencies. Learn more . . .
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