The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Health Care for College Students
College is filled with many opportunities to learn and experience life. You'll be responsible for making your own choices, including choices about your health. Following is important information to help you stay healthy and safe on your new journey.
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Healthy Communication With Your Child
Healthy communication with your child
is one of the most important and rewarding skills that you can develop as a
parent. It also makes the tough parts of parenting (such as disciplining your
child) much easier and more effective. Good communication
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Healthy Weight Patient Pledge
Information and guidance on helping patients to establish a healthy weight pledge.
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Heart Rate Fast - Normal Causes
Your child’s heart rate (HR) sometimes speeds up. It seems too fast. The medical name for this is tachycardia. Most of the time, your child’s HR seems normal.
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Heart Rate Fast - Stress Related
Information and guidance on recurrent bouts of fast heart rates that relate to stress in children.
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